Lazy loading is built into WordPress 6.0+ by default, but you can enhance it further:
- Use the native loading=’lazy’ attribute (automatically added)
- Install a3 Lazy Load plugin for advanced features
- Enable lazy loading in your image optimization plugin
The a3 Lazy Load plugin offers more control over lazy loading behavior, including options for iframes, videos, and custom elements. It’s particularly useful if you need to lazy load elements that WordPress doesn’t handle by default or if you want more granular control over the lazy loading behavior.

