# Performing a site health check in WordPress

> Use the built-in Site Health tool in WordPress to find critical issues and recommended fixes for speed and security.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/wordpress/guides/performing-a-site-health-check-for-wordpress/

WordPress includes a built‑in **Site Health tool** that helps administrators monitor the overall status of their site. On **ruachost.com**, you can use this tool to identify issues, optimize performance, and improve security.

## Why Use Site Health?

- Detects critical issues affecting site performance or security.
- Provides recommendations for improvements.
- Displays detailed information about server, plugins, and themes.
- Helps troubleshoot problems quickly.

## Steps to Perform a Site Health Check

1. **Log in to WordPress** with an administrator account.
2. In the dashboard, go to **Tools → Site Health**.
3. The Site Health page has two sections:

   - **Status** → Lists critical issues and recommended improvements.
   - **Info** → Provides detailed technical information about your WordPress installation (directories, files, themes, plugins, server, database).
4. Review the **Status tab**:

   - Fix critical issues (e.g., outdated PHP version, inactive plugins).
   - Apply recommended improvements (e.g., enabling HTTPS, removing unused themes).
5. Review the **Info tab**:

   - Click **Copy site info to clipboard** to save details for troubleshooting.
   - Share this information with support if needed.

✅ Your WordPress site is now checked for health and performance issues.

## Important Notes

- The Site Health tool does not fix issues automatically, it provides guidance.
- Always back up your site before making major changes.
- Some recommendations may depend on your hosting environment at **ruachost.com**.
- Use the **Site Health Info** when contacting support for faster resolution.