Progress Loader 1.0.4 – WordPress Site Preloader

Progress Loader is a lightweight WordPress plugin that displays a page-wide progress bar while your site’s images load. It helps reduce the “blank screen” moment during the first visit, making the opening experience feel smoother for visitors. By optionally limiting the loader to just the home page, you can target the most important landing entry without affecting the rest of your site. This is especially helpful for image-heavy pages built with modern page layouts, where multiple media elements impact perceived loading.

Main Features

• Page-wide progress bar — Shows loading progress across the full page while images are being fetched.
• Image-load tracking — Focuses the loader on the time spent waiting for images to appear.
• Home page only option — Lets you apply the loader to the homepage for a smoother first-site experience.
• All pages option — Enables the progress bar sitewide when you want consistent loading feedback.
• Lightweight behavior — Designed to stay unobtrusive so the loader doesn’t overwhelm page performance.
• Easy WordPress integration — Simple setup that works with your existing theme and content workflow.
• Improved visual continuity — Keeps users oriented during load, so the page feels more responsive.

Benefits

• Faster perceived load — A progress bar reduces uncertainty while images load, making waits feel shorter.
• Better user journey — Users stay engaged because there’s continuous visual feedback during the first render.
• Higher engagement — Smoother entry experiences can encourage more scrolling and interaction.
• Cleaner UX control — Applying the loader to the home page helps avoid unnecessary effects on inner pages.
• Consistent media experiences — Especially beneficial for galleries, hero images, and image-driven layouts.

Who is it suitable for?

• WooCommerce stores with image-rich product or category pages.
• Blogs and editorial sites that rely on featured images and galleries.
• Agencies managing multiple WordPress client sites.
• Content creators and portfolios with large hero visuals.
• Websites built with Elementor or other page builders that load many images above the fold.
• Businesses focused on improving the first-visit experience for key landing pages.