What is TTFB? | Time to first Byte Explained

What is TTFB? | Time to first Byte Explained

Jun 13, 2023

This video delves into the crucial topic of Time to First Byte (TTFB). Time to First Byte is a vital metric that measures the duration it takes for a user's browser to receive the first byte of data from a web server.

By understanding TTFB, you gain valuable insights into the responsiveness and efficiency of your website. Sematext's monitoring tool empowers you to accurately measure and track TTFB across multiple sites without needing local installations.

Discover how Sematext's comprehensive solution allows you to identify and troubleshoot common issues that can lead to a high TTFB. From server delays and network latency to inefficient code execution, we uncover the underlying causes and provide practical tips to optimize your website's TTFB for improved user experiences.

Whether you're a developer, system administrator, or performance enthusiast, this video equips you with the knowledge and tools to measure and optimize Time to First Byte effectively.

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Chapters

0:00- ⏩ What is TTFB?

0:30- ⏩ Why TTFB is important

1:37- ⏩ How to Fix High TTFB

1:48- ⏩ Network Latency

2:27- ⏩ Slow Server Processing

3:34- ⏩ Tools to Help

4:26- ⏩ Mobile vs Desktop TTFB

4:50- ⏩ Monitoring TTFB