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· 0 checks — Desktop Lighthouse audit -- Performance, Accessibility, Best Practices, and SEO category breakdown.Detailed Report
Audit breakdown by category with detailed findings.
Performance
Insights
Remove large, duplicate JavaScript modules from bundles to reduce unnecessary bytes consumed by network activity.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
Polyfills and transforms enable older browsers to use new JavaScript features. However, many aren't necessary for modern browsers. Consider modifying your JavaScript build process to not transpile Baseline features, unless you know you must support older browsers. Learn why most sites can deploy ES6+ code without transpiling
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
3rd party code can significantly impact load performance. Reduce and defer loading of 3rd party code to prioritize your page's content.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
A long cache lifetime can speed up repeat visits to your page. Learn more about caching.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
Your first network request is the most important. Reduce its latency by avoiding redirects, ensuring a fast server response, and enabling text compression.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
Consider setting font-display to swap or optional to ensure text is consistently visible. swap can be further optimized to mitigate layout shifts with font metric overrides.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
Optimize LCP by making the LCP image discoverable from the HTML immediately, and avoiding lazy-loading
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
Avoid chaining critical requests by reducing the length of chains, reducing the download size of resources, or deferring the download of unnecessary resources to improve page load.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
Reducing the download time of images can improve the perceived load time of the page and LCP. Learn more about optimizing image size
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Resource Size | Est Savings | |
|---|---|---|---|
div.accordionPlus > div.accordionPlus__container > div.accordionPlus__imageContainer > img.accordionPlus__image div.accordionPlus > div.accordionPlus__container > div.accordionPlus__imageContainer > img.accordionPlus__image | www.hostgator.com/content/dam/hostgator/pages/homepage/home-accordion.png | 19.8 KiB | 7.9 KiB |
Requests are blocking the page's initial render, which may delay LCP. Deferring or inlining can move these network requests out of the critical path.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Transfer Size |
|---|---|
| /etc.clientlibs/hostgator/clientlibs/clientlib-site.min.b... | 13.9 KiB |
These insights are also available in the Chrome DevTools Performance Panel - record a trace to view more detailed information.
Diagnostics
Reduce unused JavaScript and defer loading scripts until they are required to decrease bytes consumed by network activity. Learn how to reduce unused JavaScript.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Transfer Size | Est Savings |
|---|---|---|
| /etc.clientlibs/bluehost-wci-core/clientlibs/clientlib-si... | 138.2 KiB | 103.1 KiB |
| apps.usw2.pure.cloud/genesys-bootstrap/genesys.min.js | 156.6 KiB | 81.4 KiB |
| cdn.cookielaw.org/scripttemplates/202505.1.0/otBannerSdk.js | 118.6 KiB | 71.7 KiB |
| assets.adobedtm.com/530368109655/e8a350bf6621/launch-f6aca7ad8f77.min.js | 198.5 KiB | 67.8 KiB |
| wsv3cdn.audioeye.com/static-scripts/v2/2026-04-08/startup.bundle.js | 123.5 KiB | 65.3 KiB |
| /static-scripts/m/audioeye-scanner-esm/v11.0.43/audioeye-... | 80.4 KiB | 35.2 KiB |
| /etc.clientlibs/bluehost-wci-core/clientlibs/clientlib-ba... | 45.3 KiB | 30.3 KiB |
| wsv3cdn.audioeye.com/static-scripts/v2/2026-04-08/smartrems.bundle.js | 37.9 KiB | 26.2 KiB |
Consider reducing the time spent parsing, compiling, and executing JS. You may find delivering smaller JS payloads helps with this. Learn how to reduce Javascript execution time.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Total CPU Time | Script Evaluation | Script Parse |
|---|---|---|---|
| /static-scripts/m/audioeye-scanner-esm/v11.0.43/audioeye-... | 2.0 s | 1.9 s | 0.4 ms |
| wsv3cdn.audioeye.com/static-scripts/v2/2026-04-08/startup.bundle.js | 285 ms | 265 ms | 8.2 ms |
| www.hostgator.com/ | 266 ms | 14 ms | 1.2 ms |
| Unattributable | 228 ms | 41 ms | 0.0 ms |
| assets.adobedtm.com/530368109655/e8a350bf6621/launch-f6aca7ad8f77.min.js | 173 ms | 143 ms | 24 ms |
| www.hostgator.com/cdn-cgi/challenge-platform/scripts/jsd/main.js | 70 ms | 67 ms | 0.7 ms |
| apps.usw2.pure.cloud/genesys-bootstrap/genesys.min.js | 55 ms | 37 ms | 0.8 ms |
| widget.trustpilot.com/bootstrap/v5/tp.widget.bootstrap.min.js | 51 ms | 25 ms | 0.6 ms |
Consider reducing the time spent parsing, compiling and executing JS. You may find delivering smaller JS payloads helps with this. Learn how to minimize main-thread work
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Category | Time Spent |
|---|---|
| Script Evaluation | 2.7 s |
| Other | 341 ms |
| Style & Layout | 196 ms |
| Script Parsing & Compilation | 75 ms |
| Rendering | 46 ms |
| Parse HTML & CSS | 38 ms |
| Garbage Collection | 29 ms |
Minifying JavaScript files can reduce payload sizes and script parse time. Learn how to minify JavaScript.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Transfer Size | Est Savings |
|---|---|---|
| apps.usw2.pure.cloud/genesys-bootstrap/genesys.min.js | 156.6 KiB | 67.7 KiB |
Reduce unused rules from stylesheets and defer CSS not used for above-the-fold content to decrease bytes consumed by network activity. Learn how to reduce unused CSS.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Transfer Size | Est Savings |
|---|---|---|
| /etc.clientlibs/bluehost-wci-core/clientlibs/clientlib-si... | 33.9 KiB | 32.7 KiB |
| /content/dam/hostgator/theme-assets/material-components-w... | 25.8 KiB | 25.6 KiB |
| /etc.clientlibs/hostgator/clientlibs/clientlib-site.min.b... | 13.7 KiB | 10.5 KiB |
Set an explicit width and height on image elements to reduce layout shifts and improve CLS. Learn how to set image dimensions
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | |
|---|---|
div.accordionPlus > div.accordionPlus__container > div.accordionPlus__imageContainer > img.accordionPlus__image div.accordionPlus > div.accordionPlus__container > div.accordionPlus__imageContainer > img.accordionPlus__image | www.hostgator.com/content/dam/hostgator/pages/homepage/home-accordion.png |
div.cmp-image__content > div.cmp-teaser__image > div#hero-b533d36673-image > img.cmp-image__image div.cmp-image__content > div.cmp-teaser__image > div#hero-b533d36673-image > img.cmp-image__image | /is/image/NewfoldDigital/Web-hosting1?ts=1774610868250&dp... |
div.responsive-columns__column > div.image > div#image-f8cac6007d > img.cmp-image__image div.responsive-columns__column > div.image > div#image-f8cac6007d > img.cmp-image__image |
More information about the performance of your application. These numbers don't directly affect the Performance score.
Redirects introduce additional delays before the page can be loaded. Learn how to avoid page redirects.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| URL | Time Spent |
|---|---|
| hostgator.com/ | 260 ms |
| www.hostgator.com/ | 0.0 ms |
Accessibility
These checks highlight opportunities to improve the accessibility of your web app. Automatic detection can only detect a subset of issues and does not guarantee the accessibility of your web app, so manual testing is also encouraged.
ARIA
Using ARIA attributes in roles where they are prohibited can mean that important information is not communicated to users of assistive technologies. Learn more about prohibited ARIA roles.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Chat us div.cmp-itl > div.cmp-itl__content > div.itl__contentHeight > p |
These are opportunities to improve the usage of ARIA in your application which may enhance the experience for users of assistive technology, like a screen reader.
Contrast
Low-contrast text is difficult or impossible for many users to read. Learn how to provide sufficient color contrast.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Need help choosing a plan? Call our sales team at (877) 828-5278 div.header__topbar > div.container > div.header__topbarContainer-center > p |
Call our sales team at (877) 828-5278 div.container > div.header__topbarContainer-center > p > span |
(877) 828-5278 div.header__topbarContainer-center > p > span > a |
Now 66% off! div.card__container > div > h4.card__percent > p |
66 div > h4.card__percent > p > span.save-percent |
Recommended div#baby-plan > div.card > div.card__container--spacer > span.card__recommended |
Now 73% off! div.card__container > div > h4.card__percent > p |
73 div > h4.card__percent > p > span.save-percent |
Now 72% off! div.card__container > div > h4.card__percent > p |
72 div > h4.card__percent > p > span.save-percent |
Now 53% off! div.card__container > div > h4.card__percent > p |
53 div > h4.card__percent > p > span.save-percent |
of customers are web pros. p > a.rte-modal-link > span.hg-lightBlue > span.rte__18px--400 |
websites currently hosted. div.cmp-text > p > a.rte-modal-link > span.rte__18px--400 |
See terms
- Free domain div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a.rte-modal-link |
See terms
- Unmetered bandwidth div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a.rte-modal-link |
Learn more
- about ssl certificates div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a |
(866) 964-2867
Call us div.cmp-itl__content > div.itl__contentHeight > p > a |
Live Chat div.itl__contentHeight > p > a.genesysChat > span.genesysChat |
@HGSupport
Tweet us div.cmp-itl__content > div.itl__contentHeight > p > a |
KnowledgeBase
Find answers div.cmp-itl__content > div.itl__contentHeight > p > a |
HostGator Blog
Learn stuff div.cmp-itl__content > div.itl__contentHeight > p > a |
Learn more about what web hosting is div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a |
different hosting options available div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a |
Get more info div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a |
See the benefits of building with WordPress div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a |
transfer your domain div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__15px--300 > a.basic-link |
See our KnowledgeBase
div.cmp-text > p > a.rte__18px--400 > span.rte__18px--400 |
Visit our blog div.cmp-text > p > span.rte__18px--400 > a |
*Prices reflect discount on first term p > span.hg-lightBlue > a.rte-modal-link > span.rte__15px--300 |
Web Hosting ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
WordPress Hosting ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
eCommerce Hosting ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Reseller Hosting ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
VPS Hosting ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Dedicated Hosting ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Register domains ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
CodeGuard ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
HostGator Malware Protection ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
SSL Certificate ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Google Workspace ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Professional Email ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Web Design ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
PPC ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
SEO ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Become An Affiliate ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Affiliate Portal ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Customer Portal ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Support Portal ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Video tutorials ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Live chat ul.list-children > li > a.genesysChat > span.list-child |
Report Abuse ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Do Not Sell My Personal Information ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Cookies Settings ul.link-list > ul.list-children > li > a#ot-sdk-btn |
About HostGator ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Reviews ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Company Blog ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Contact us ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Careers ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Privacy ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Terms of Service ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Terms of Use ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Sitemap ul.list-children > li > a > span.list-child |
Chat body#page-e1c8224f7e > div.GlobalLinkNoTx > div#nf-chat-button > div.text |
These are opportunities to improve the legibility of your content.
Tables and lists
Screen readers have a specific way of announcing lists. Ensuring proper list structure aids screen reader output. Learn more about proper list structure.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Accessible Menu - main
Web Hosting
Products
Domains
Services
Resources div.header__container > nav.header__nav > div.header__navWrapper > ul.navbar-nav |
Products
Web Hosting
WordPress Hosting
eCommerce Hosting
Reseller Hosting
VPS … div.container > div.footer__col > div.linklist > ul.link-list |
Services
Web Design
PPC
SEO div.container > div.footer__col > div.linklist > ul.link-list |
Programs
Become An Affiliate
Affiliate Portal div.container > div.footer__col > div.linklist > ul.link-list |
Support
Customer Portal
Support Portal
Video tutorials
Live chat
Report Abuse
… div.container > div.footer__col > div.linklist > ul.link-list |
Company
About HostGator
Reviews
Company Blog
Contact us
Careers
Privacy
Terms … div.container > div.footer__col > div.linklist > ul.link-list |
These are opportunities to improve the experience of reading tabular or list data using assistive technology, like a screen reader.
Visible text labels that do not match the accessible name can result in a confusing experience for screen reader users. Learn more about accessible names.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Failing Elements |
|---|
Cookie Notice div#onetrust-group-container > div#onetrust-policy > div#onetrust-policy-text > a.ot-cookie-policy-link |
Best Practices
General
Deprecated APIs will eventually be removed from the browser. Learn more about deprecated APIs.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Deprecation / Warning | Source |
|---|---|
| SharedStorage | |
| StorageType.persistent is deprecated. Please use standardized navigator.storage instead. | |
| Fledge |
Errors logged to the console indicate unresolved problems. They can come from network request failures and other browser concerns. Learn more about this errors in console diagnostic audit
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
| Source | Description |
|---|---|
Failed to load resource: the server responded with a status of 404 () |
Source maps translate minified code to the original source code. This helps developers debug in production. In addition, Lighthouse is able to provide further insights. Consider deploying source maps to take advantage of these benefits. Learn more about source maps.
Performance issues directly impact user engagement and conversion rates.
SEO
These checks ensure that your page is following basic search engine optimization advice. There are many additional factors Lighthouse does not score here that may affect your search ranking, including performance on Core Web Vitals. Learn more about Google Search Essentials.