How to Configure WordPress to Use HTTP/2
Serving your website over a secure connection is important for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and data protection. That’s why it’s a good idea to configure your site to use HTTP/2. However, figuring out how to go about it can be tricky. The good news is that you can complete the process in a few simple steps. You’ll need to check whether your server currently supports the latest HTTP protocol, then run a few commands to enable it (assuming your service provider hasn’t already done so). In this post, we’ll explain what HTTP/2 is and its benefits. Then, we’ll discuss how to configure your server to use the protocol if the option is available. Let’s get started! An Introduction to HTTP/2 HyperText Transfer Protocol (HTTP) is the underlying protocol used by the internet. It defines how messages are formatted and transmitted, and what actions web servers and browsers should take in response to various commands. For example, when you enter a URL in your browser, this sends an HTTP command to the web server directing it to fetch and transmit the requested web page. The latest version of HTTP is HTTP/2, which was published as RFC 7540 in 2015. It is…
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