If not done right, animated backgrounds can slow down your website. But there are ways to avoid this.
For particle backgrounds, the number of particles and how fast they move can affect how quickly your page loads. More particles and faster movement need more processing power, which can slow things down.
To fix this, you can try different settings for particle density and speed to find what works best for your website. During this process, you can run WordPress speed tests to see the effects.
It’s also a good idea to only use animated backgrounds on pages where they matter the most. You don’t need them everywhere, or they might get boring.
Lastly, to keep your website fast with a particle background, make sure to follow the best practices for website speed. You can learn more in our ultimate guide on making WordPress faster.