This guide will walk you through using curl to gain insights into the load times of a website. By utilizing a formatter file, you can obtain detailed information regarding the performance of your site.
Prerequisites
- Access to a terminal or command line interface.
- Basic knowledge of using curl.
Steps to Measure Load Time
- Download the Formatter File: Copy the formatter file from the following link:
- Run the Curl Command: Open your terminal and execute the following command, replacing
https://exampledomain.tldwith the URL you want to test:
- Run the Curl Command: Open your terminal and execute the following command, replacing
curl -L -w"@sniff.txt" -s -o /dev/null https://exampledomain.tld- Example Command: For instance, to test Google, you would run:
curl -L -w"@sniff.txt" -s -o /dev/null https://google.comUnderstanding the Output
The output will provide various metrics related to the website's load time, including connection times, data transfer speeds, and more. This information can help you identify performance bottlenecks and optimize your website accordingly.
By following these steps, you can effectively use curl to measure and analyze the load times of any website, helping you to improve your site's performance and user experience.
