Booster¶
1. Product specifications¶
Does it affect the page views measured by Google Analytics?¶
No. Booster's prefetch does not cause page views in Google Analytics or other tag-type analysis tools to be recorded as higher than they actually are.
Does it increase the amount of traffic on the part of users who visit the site?¶
Due to Booster's mechanism of reading the destination page ahead of time, there will be an increase in the amount of communication. However, since only HTML data is read ahead, and the file size is smaller than media files such as images, we do not think that the increase in traffic will be a major problem for end users.
We already use a CDN or WAF, can we still use Booster?¶
Yes, you can use Booster, and if your site is using CDN to speed up the delivery of content, you can expect to see a further synergistic effect by using Booster together. (If you have any specific cases or concerns, please feel free to contact us.)
Please tell us about the environment in which Repro Booster can be installed.¶
There is no environment that limits the introduction of Booster in terms of both front-end and server-side technologies. However, there are cases where sites built on the Shopify platform cannot be used. In addition, Booster may not be effective in improving the speed of sites built as Single Page Applications. If you have any concerns about the specific technology used, please feel free to contact us.
Can I use Booster on pages that are loaded in WebView?¶
Currently, WebView environment is out of the scope of operation, and when Booster detects that the page is in WebView, it will stop all operations.
What types of files does Booster cache?¶
Booster only caches the HTML of the page that it reads ahead of time. In addition to this, images automatically compressed/converted via Image Optimizer may also be cached.
Will the JavaScript in the tag itself be executed while the Booster is stopped?¶
Yes, even if the Booster function itself is turned off, or if the page is designated as a Booster inactive URL, the tag and the JavaScript written in the tag will continue to run.
Can the expiration of the cache be changed for each page?¶
HTML data cached on Booster's cache server will have 1 week fixed expiry and cannot be changed. If you wish to invalidate the cache, please open the Booster Setting page and use the Cache Revision Update button.
Can Booster be used for pages around carts and payments?¶
We strongly recommend that you exclude the cart and the payment area from the Booster pages in order to prioritize safety, since these areas are more unique than other pages.
Does Booster's prefetch request affect a user's browsing history?¶
Prefetch requests from Booster does not affect personalized content such as Viewing History. Prefetch requests are executed via our cache server, and during this process any information attributed to the user such as Cookie will be cleared. As a result, prefetch requests that have reached the origin server will be anonymous thus not have any impact on the user's personalized content whatsoever.
Will the request to the recommendation engine increase with the introduction of Booster?¶
For example, if a product detail page is displayed and a request to the recommendation engine is generated when a tag in the page is fired, the request to the recommendation engine will not increase from normal. Conversely, if the system is such that a request to the recommendation engine is fired from inside the server when the HTML of the product detail page is accessed, then the number of requests for prefetch will increase.
2. Booster's effect and impact¶
Will it be effective in speeding up the initial display or landing pages?¶
Due to the way Booster works, it is not effective in speeding up the initial display when landing on the site. For this reason, the effect of speeding up cannot be expected for LPs, etc., which are completely composed of a single page.
Is there any difference in effectiveness between guest users and logged-in users?¶
Booster can improve the display speed for both guest users and logged-in users in the same way.
3. Installation¶
What is the estimated amount of work and man-hours required to implement the system?¶
The only work required is 1) distribution of Booster tags and 2) installation of ServiceWorker files. The work itself is simple and can be completed in a few minutes at the earliest, or a few hours at the most.
What pages should be set as prefetch pages and excluded pages?¶
We recommend that all pages be targeted in order to improve the overall speed of the site. In addition to this, it is best to exclude pages that may cause problems if even slightly out-of-date information is displayed, in order to maximize the effectiveness of Booster.
Can I use Booster on dynamic pages such as shopping carts and favorite pages?¶
There is no problem with setting dynamic pages as prefetch targets. However, pages containing highly dynamic content such as Cart page or Favorite page, the page can look or behave differently upon navigation. If you have any questions or concerns regarding a specific use case please contact our technical support for assistance.
Is Google Tag Manager supported?¶
Yes, you can use Google Tag Manager or other tag managers to set up and distribute Booster tags.
Do tags need to be fired only on the pages that are read in advance?¶
Booster collects various data for the purpose of consistent operation throughout the site. For this reason, please make sure that the Booster tags are distributed not only on the pages to be previewed, but also throughout the entire site.
4. Operations¶
How can I test how Booster is working?¶
Please refer to the following page Test Booster.