Mikel King

Provides a method of turning the WordPress heartbeat off as well as change some settings. We use this plugin at RD because the heartbeat was clobbering site performance when more than one editor was logged into the CMS. In the future I plan to add the ability to adjust the settings.
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<li>Disables admin-ajax.php except on the posts, post edit & quick edit pages</li>
<li>Disables hearbeat autostart</li>
<li>Sets the heartbeat interval to 60 seconds</li>
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This is my arbitrary section. There’s really nothing special to add because this is truly a simple plugin with no settings or configuration. Turn it on and block the iframe content thieves. Much of this can also be achieve by working with a good hosting provider. If you are board then head over to my content site <a href="https://www.jafdip.com" rel="nofollow ugc">JAFDIP</a>.

AJAX Heartbeat Tool

Provides a method of turning the WordPress heartbeat off as well as change some settings.

Codeloghin

Your all-in-one solution for intelligently optimizing the WordPress Heartbeat API.
This plugin stabilizes server load and improves the browsing experience during traffic spikes by dynamically controlling the Heartbeat interval based on real site conditions. Instead of relying on outdated manual tuning or fixed settings, it continuously analyzes factors such as user activity, server environment, and page complexity to determine the most efficient configuration for your website.
Designed to work seamlessly alongside most performance and caching plugins, it introduces an adaptive approach that helps your WordPress installation operate at its full potential without adding unnecessary server overhead.
Once activated, the plugin begins optimizing immediately—no configuration required in most cases. It intelligently adjusts the Heartbeat interval in real time, responding to changes in traffic and workload to maintain stability, responsiveness, and optimal performance.
Features:
✅ Dynamically optimizes the WordPress Heartbeat API using real-time site conditions 
✅ Smart automation with optional manual control when you need it 
✅ Custom intervals for the Admin Dashboard and Editor environments 
✅ Option to completely disable Heartbeat with a single click 
✅ Advanced real-time decision making with minimal server overhead that completely prioritises user experience and website speed 
✅ One-click database cleanup to remove unnecessary clutter 
✅ Works alongside most caching and performance plugins 
✅ Multisite compatible 
✅ Install, activate, done — performance improvements begin immediately
For optimal results, it is recommended to use this plugin alongside a caching solution and properly optimized pages (minified CSS and JavaScript, compressed and optimized images, etc.).
Additional Important Information:
Some caching plugins provide manual control over the WordPress Heartbeat API. For best results, allow this plugin to manage the heartbeat intervals automatically. You may continue using other performance features from those plugins, but avoid enabling their manual heartbeat controls.
GDPR-friendly design: The plugin may set a lightweight cookie used solely for visitor counting and abuse prevention (rate limiting). No personal data is collected, tracked, or shared with third parties.
Rigorously tested to maintain reliable performance during high-traffic spikes and under constrained server resources.

Dynamic Front-End Heartbeat Control


Very helpful. Reduce server load and increase speed of website.


Plugin functionality


great plugin for website load optimization


DFEHC for website Optimization

An enhanced solution to optimize the performance of your WordPress website and automatically achieve the best Heartbeat API values.

AJAX Heartbeat Tool vs Dynamic Front-End Heartbeat Control