One of the best new features of WordPress 6.5 is the support of AVIF images.
AVIF was developed by leveraging the advanced video compression technology of the AV1 video codec. According to avif.io, this new image format was created by using “AV1 video format keyframes, which allowed it to leverage the advanced video compression technology developed by AOMedia.”
This close relationship between AVIF and the AV1 video codec is what enables this new image format to achieve its remarkable file size reductions while preserving exceptional image quality
One of the standout features of AVIF is its superior image quality. Compared to JPEG, AVIF image compression keeps sharper details, especially images with high complexity. This means you can retain visually stunning images without it slowing down your website.
Due to the smaller file size of AVIF, it significantly reduces the amount of data that needs to be transferred, resulting in faster page load times and a more responsive user experience. This is especially beneficial for website visitors with slower internet connections or especially using mobile devices.
The integration of AVIF support in WordPress doesn’t just benefit website performance — it also has a direct impact on your site’s search engine optimization (SEO). By reducing image file sizes by up to 50%, AVIF helps decrease your pages’ overall load times, a crucial ranking factor for Google and other search engines.
Faster-loading websites provide a better user experience, which search engines reward with higher rankings. Leveraging AVIF’s efficiency, WordPress 6.5 users can now optimize their visuals to boost their SEO and drive more organic traffic to their sites.
With the introduction of AVIF support in WordPress website owners can now seamlessly leverage this powerful image format without the need for additional plugins or complex configurations.
This seamless integration means that WordPress users can start benefiting from the performance and quality advantages of AVIF without any additional effort or plugins. Simply upload your AVIF images, and WordPress 6.5 will take care of the rest, ensuring your website’s visuals are optimized for a faster and more responsive user experience.
This new image format is widely embraced by major web browsers such as Chrome, Firefox, and Edge.
Be aware though that because AVIF is new, it is mostly supported by the latest devices and browser versions. Many older browsers will not be able to view AVIF files so it’s important to look at your website analytics to see if any of your website visitors are using older browsers.
Adopt AVIF and take your WordPress site to the next level—this is the future of image optimization.
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