Databases

Database Optimization for Shopware 6: How to Speed Up Your Store!

Why Is Database Optimization Important for Shopware 6?

The database is the heart of your Shopware store. Without optimization, page loads can slow down, searches can lag, and orders may take longer to process.

1. Indexing for Faster Queries

Use indexing to speed up product and order queries:

SHOW INDEX FROM product;

If no indexes exist, add them manually:

ALTER TABLE product ADD INDEX idx_name (name);

2. Enable Caching

Activate Redis or Memcached in the .env file:

SHOPWARE_HTTP_CACHE_ENABLED=1
SHOPWARE_CACHING_REDIS_ENABLED=1
REDIS_HOST=localhost
REDIS_PORT=6379

3. Optimize MySQL/MariaDB Parameters

Edit the my.cnf configuration file:

innodb_buffer_pool_size = 2G
max_connections = 500

4. Identify Slow SQL Queries

Use the MySQL Slow Query Log to track problematic queries:

slow_query_log = 1
long_query_time = 1

Conclusion

By following these optimization techniques, your Shopware 6 database will run faster and more efficiently. If you need help implementing these changes, reach out to me!