# Speeding up slow Drupal administration pages

> Fix slow-loading Drupal admin pages caused by update checks by turning off the update modules or checking for updates with Drush and cron.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/apps/drupal/speeding-up-slow-drupal-administration-pages/

Sometimes, Drupal’s administration interface may load very slowly. This issue is often caused by the way Drupal checks for updates. On **ruachost.com**, you can resolve this by disabling certain modules or automating updates with Drush.

## Problem

- When loading administration pages, Drupal automatically checks several URLs for system updates.
- If one of these URLs is unavailable, Drupal waits for the connection to time out.
- During this waiting period, administration pages load slowly.

## Workarounds

### Option 1: Disable Update Modules

- **Drupal 6** → Disable the **Update status** module.
- **Drupal 7** → Disable the **Update manager** module.

### Steps

1. Log in to Drupal as an administrator.
2. Navigate to **Modules**.
3. Locate the relevant update module.
4. Uncheck the **Enabled** box.
5. Click **Save configuration**.

### Option 2: Use Drush with Cron

- Instead of relying on the admin interface, automate updates with **Drush**.
- Configure a cron job to run update checks regularly.
- This ensures your site stays secure without slowing down the admin interface.

## Important Notes

- Disabling update modules is only a **workaround**.
- You should still check for Drupal updates manually or automate them with Drush.
- Keeping Drupal core and modules updated is critical for site security.