Oxford Metadata Ltd

Menu Optimizer is a powerful performance optimization plugin that generates static HTML files for your WordPress menus, dramatically reducing server load and improving page load times.
Real-World Success: This optimization technique helped achieve the first WooCommerce store with a perfect 100/100 mobile score on Google PageSpeed Insights. <a href="https://wp-rocket.me/blog/100-mobile-score-woocommerce/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read the WP Rocket case study</a>
Why Menu Caching Matters
Menu generation requires significant compute time on WordPress and WooCommerce sites. Every page load requires WordPress to: 
* Query the database for menu items 
* Process menu hierarchy 
* Apply filters and hooks 
* Render HTML output
Menu Optimizer eliminates this overhead by pre-generating menu HTML files that are served instantly.
The DOM Size Problem
Google Lighthouse triggers warnings when a page exceeds 1,500 DOM nodes (HTML elements). For e-commerce sites with extensive product categories:
<ul>
<li>A mega menu with 200-300 categories can generate 3,000-5,000+ DOM elements</li>
<li>Each nested menu item multiplies the element count</li>
<li>This exceeds Google’s limits and hurts Core Web Vitals scores</li>
</ul>
Menu Optimizer’s lazy loading keeps your initial DOM size under 1,500 nodes by loading only top-level items (typically 50-100 elements). Submenus load on-demand, maintaining excellent performance.
Key Features
<ul>
<li>Performance Boost – Reduces menu rendering time with static file caching</li>
<li>Multiple Menu Support – Cache and display multiple menus independently on the same page</li>
<li>Horizontal & Vertical Layouts – Supports both menu orientations for flexible placement</li>
<li>Static File Generation – Pre-generates HTML files for instant delivery</li>
<li>Lazy Loading – Top-level items load instantly; submenus load on first hover</li>
<li>Smart Caching – Uses localStorage for even faster subsequent loads</li>
<li>Max Mega Menu Compatible – Fully supports complex mega menu layouts</li>
<li>Easy Integration – Simple shortcode implementation</li>
<li>Translation Ready – Full i18n support with included POT file</li>
<li>CDN Compatible – Works seamlessly with caching plugins and CDNs</li>
</ul>
Performance Benefits
✓ Keeps DOM size under Google’s 1,500-node limit with lazy loading 
✓ Reduces server CPU usage by offloading menu generation 
✓ Decreases Time To First Byte (TTFB) 
✓ Improves Core Web Vitals scores (LCP, CLS, INP) 
✓ Reduces database queries per page load 
✓ Compatible with WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache, and other caching plugins
Perfect For
<ul>
<li>WooCommerce stores with complex category menus</li>
<li>Sites with large mega menus</li>
<li>High-traffic websites</li>
<li>Sites on shared hosting</li>
<li>Performance-critical applications</li>
<li>Stores aiming for 100/100 PageSpeed scores</li>
</ul>
Proven Results
This menu optimization technique was used in a WooCommerce store that achieved a 100/100 Google PageSpeed mobile score.
Learn more: <a href="https://wp-rocket.me/blog/100-mobile-score-woocommerce/" rel="nofollow ugc">WP Rocket Case Study – 100/100 Mobile Score for WooCommerce</a>
<h3>Credits</h3>
Developed by Oxford Metadata Ltd 
Contact: dimitris.vayenas@oxfordmetadata.co.uk
Special thanks to the WordPress community for their valuable feedback and contributions.
<h3>Support</h3>
For support, please visit the <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/static-menu-cache" rel="ugc">WordPress.org support forum</a> or contact us at dimitris.vayenas@oxfordmetadata.co.uk.
<h3>Privacy</h3>
This plugin: 
* Does not collect any user data 
* Does not make external API calls 
* Does not use cookies 
* Stores cached menu files locally on your server 
* Uses localStorage only for client-side caching (optional)
<h3>Performance Tips</h3>
<ol>
<li>Combine with a caching plugin – Use WP Rocket or similar for full-page caching</li>
<li>Enable lazy loading – The plugin does this automatically</li>
<li>Use a CDN – Serve static menu files from a CDN for global performance</li>
<li>Regenerate regularly – Update cache whenever you modify your menu structure</li>
<li>Customize CSS via Customizer – Use WordPress’s built-in Customizer for menu styling</li>
</ol>
<h3>Technical Details</h3>
File Structure: 
* Top menu file – Loads instantly with page (minimal HTML) 
* Full menu file – Lazy loads on first interaction (complete with submenus) 
* CSS options – None, Max Mega Menu auto-detect, or custom 
* Storage location – <code>wp-content/uploads/menu-optimizer/</code>
Browser Compatibility: 
* Chrome 90+ 
* Firefox 88+ 
* Safari 14+ 
* Edge 90+
Server Requirements: 
* PHP 7.4 or higher 
* WordPress 5.8 or higher 
* Write permissions to uploads directory

Menu Optimizer

Boost site speed with static menu caching. Lazy-load submenus to keep DOM size under 1,500 nodes for better Core Web Vitals.

Aleksandr Ivanov

ZapCache is a powerful WordPress plugin that instantly clears various types of caches with a single click to improve site performance and resolve cache-related issues.
<h3>Detailed Description</h3>
Lightning-Fast Cache Clearing: Experience blazing-fast cache clearing that works in milliseconds, not minutes. ZapCache is designed for speed and efficiency, ensuring your WordPress site stays optimized without any delays.
One-Click Wonder: No more navigating through multiple menus or remembering complex cache clearing procedures. With ZapCache, everything happens with just one click – it’s that simple and powerful.
Professional-Grade Performance: Built with performance in mind, ZapCache handles all major caching systems seamlessly while maintaining the highest standards of reliability and safety.
Supported Caching Plugins: 
* WordPress Object Cache 
* WordPress Transients 
* WP Super Cache 
* W3 Total Cache 
* LiteSpeed Cache 
* Autoptimize 
* WP Fastest Cache 
* SG Optimizer 
* WP Rocket
Key Features: 
* Lightning-fast performance – Cache clearing in milliseconds 
* Universal compatibility – Works with all major caching plugins 
* One-click simplicity – No complex procedures or menus 
* Enterprise-grade security – Safe clearing without data loss 
* Global accessibility – 23+ languages with professional translations 
* Zero configuration – Works out of the box 
* Performance optimized – Built for modern WordPress sites
Supported Languages: 23+ languages with full interface localization.
Full Language List: 
* English (default) 
* Русский 
* 简体中文 
* Español 
* العربية 
* हिन्दी 
* Português (Brasil) 
* Deutsch 
* Français 
* 日本語 
* Монгол 
* Қазақша 
* Türkçe 
* Suomi 
* Беларуская 
* Afrikaans 
* Հայերեն 
* ქართული 
* Кыргызча 
* Тоҷикӣ 
* O’zbekcha 
* Аҧсшәа 
* Ирон
<h3>External Services</h3>
This plugin includes donation buttons that connect to external payment services for optional user donations to support plugin development.
YooMoney Service: 
– What data is sent: No user data is collected or transmitted. The donation button only displays a payment form iframe. 
– When it’s used: Only when users choose to make a donation through the admin interface. 
– Service provider: YooMoney (https://yoomoney.ru/) 
– Terms of Service: https://yoomoney.ru/document/oferta 
– Privacy Policy: https://yoomoney.ru/document/7-02-2022-politika-konfidencialnosti-ooo-nko-yoomoney
Alipay Service: 
– What data is sent: No user data is collected or transmitted. The donation button only redirects to Alipay payment interface. 
– When it’s used: Only when users choose to make a donation through the admin interface. 
– Service provider: Alipay (https://www.alipay.com/) 
– Terms of Service: https://render.alipay.com/p/c/180020010001196001 
– Privacy Policy: https://render.alipay.com/p/c/180020010001196002
TonHub Service: 
– What data is sent: No user data is collected or transmitted. The donation button only redirects to TonHub web interface. 
– When it’s used: Only when users choose to make a donation through the admin interface on desktop devices. 
– Service provider: TonHub (https://tonhub.com/) 
– Terms of Service: https://tonhub.com/legal/terms 
– Privacy Policy: https://tonhub.com/legal/privacy
Bitcoin Service: 
– What data is sent: No user data is collected or transmitted. The donation button only redirects to Bitcoin blockchain explorer. 
– When it’s used: Only when users choose to make a donation through the admin interface. 
– Service provider: Blockstream (https://blockstream.info/) 
– Terms of Service: https://blockstream.com/terms/ 
– Privacy Policy: https://blockstream.com/privacy/
Note: These external services are completely optional and not required for plugin functionality. The plugin works entirely offline for all cache clearing operations.

ZapCache

ZapCache — powerful WordPress plugin for instantly clearing all types of caches with a single click.

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