What Is LCP?
Largest Contentful Paint (LCP) measures the time from when a page starts loading to when the largest content element in the viewport is rendered. This is typically a hero image, featured video, or large text block. A good LCP score is under 2.5 seconds; poor is over 4 seconds.
Why LCP Matters
LCP is the most important Core Web Vital for perceived loading speed. Users perceive a page as "loaded" when the main content is visible. A slow LCP means users stare at a blank or partially loaded page, increasing bounce rates. Google uses LCP as a ranking signal.
How to Improve LCP
Optimize your largest content element: compress images, use modern formats (WebP, AVIF), implement lazy loading for below-fold images, reduce server response time (TTFB), minimize render-blocking CSS/JS, and use a CDN to serve assets closer to users.
📖 Related Article: Core Web Vitals Guide — Read our in-depth guide for practical examples and advanced techniques.
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