Image SEO Checklist for eCommerce Teams
eCommerce pages are image-heavy by default. Product photos, category cards, and banners can destroy LCP when unmanaged. Use this checklist to optimize images without losing noticeable quality and improve SEO outcomes.
Checklist
- Set a max pixel width per template (PDP, PLP, homepage, blog).
- Compress product images in batches before upload.
- Use descriptive file names and alt text aligned with search intent.
- Pin aspect-ratio to avoid CLS shifts on category grids.
- Keep one original backup for merchandising changes.
- Monitor top 100 landing pages for LCP regressions weekly.
Where teams usually fail
Most teams optimize new uploads but ignore legacy libraries. Start with top revenue pages first, then migrate old assets in waves.
Execution model
For stable operations, use bulk image optimization with a platform-independent workflow and no server-heavy plugin dependency.