What does a Lighthouse audit actually test?

Five things: performance, accessibility, best practices, SEO basics and, on some runs, progressive web app criteria. Google Lighthouse is a lab test, meaning it simulates one device on one connection, which is why a perfect score and a slow site can coexist. Field data from real visitors is the number that matters, and we report both under Webflow SEO.

Is it free, and can I run it myself?

Yes, it is built into Chrome DevTools and free, and you should run it. What it will not tell you is which of its recommendations matters for your site or how to fix any of them in Webflow specifically. That translation is the work here, and it starts with the free video review you can request at Contact.

What score should I be aiming for?

Ignore the score and watch the three Core Web Vitals thresholds instead: largest contentful paint, interaction to next paint and cumulative layout shift. A site that passes all three for real users is fast, whatever the number says. Most Webflow sites fail on images and third-party scripts rather than on anything structural. Motion is the other suspect, covered in Webflow Animations.

Can you make my existing Webflow site faster?

Usually, and usually by removing things. Oversized images, fonts nobody uses, four analytics tools where one would do, and animation libraries loaded on every page. It is the cheapest SEO work there is because nothing needs writing. Bigger structural problems get scoped as a Revenue Audit instead.

Do you keep monitoring it after launch?

Yes, on a retainer. Performance rots quietly as content and scripts get added, so a site that passed at launch often fails within a year. Webflow Care is $950 a month and includes a quarterly Core Web Vitals report so the drift gets caught, as set out on the Webflow Retainer page.

Who actually does the work at Macu Studio?

One person: Arnau Ros scopes, designs, builds and replies to your emails. There is no account manager, no junior bench and nothing outsourced, so the person you brief is the person who ships. Macu Studio is a Webflow Professional Partner and has worked with 50+ founders and teams this way. Read more on the About page.

How much does a Webflow project with Macu cost?

Full design and build projects start at $7,500 and most run two to three months, billed 50% up front and 50% on completion. Ongoing work is a monthly retainer instead of a quote per task, and every plan runs month to month with 30 days notice. Every figure is published on the Pricing page.

Do you also cover design, development and SEO?

Yes, all three, in one pair of hands. Webflow Web Design covers UX, wireframes and design systems, Webflow Development covers builds, CMS and integrations, and Webflow SEO covers on-page work, analytics and growth. Most clients use two of the three, and the six published case studies show how they fit together.

Google Lighthouse

Google Lighthouse is a powerful, open-source tool for web developers looking to enhance web page quality.

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What it is

What is Google Lighthouse optimisation?

Google Lighthouse is an open-source, automated tool designed for web developers eager to enhance the quality of their web pages. It can be run as a Chrome extension or from the command line, offering a thorough audit against an extensive list of parameters, including performance, accessibility, progressive web apps, SEO, and more. Acting as a beacon, Lighthouse illuminates the areas where a website may fall short and provides actionable feedback for improvements. This aids developers in fine-tuning their websites, ensuring they not only look good but also function efficiently and reach their intended audience effectively.

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Benefits

What are the benefits of Google Lighthouse optimisation?

Google Lighthouse optimization offers several benefits, including:

By utilizing Google Lighthouse optimization, you can enhance your website's performance, accessibility, SEO, and compliance with best practices, ultimately improving user experience and achieving better online results.

What are the benefits of Google Lighthouse optimisation? — An example of webflow lighthouse with great scores

Why Macu

Why choose Macu for Google Lighthouse optimisation?

Lighthouse work is measured, not asserted: you get the before and after numbers. I identify and implement targeted strategies that align with Google's sophisticated algorithms. We stay abreast of the latest web technologies and optimization techniques to ensure our clients' websites not only meet but exceed the standards set by Lighthouse audits. With Macu, you're partnering with a service dedicated to enhancing every aspect of your online presence so that you can focus on core business operations while we optimize your site for success.