Add to cart button loading slow

Topic summary

Main issue: “Add to cart” button loads very slowly on a new store (wvrsports.nl).

Context: Store appears to use a free Shopify theme and redirects users straight to the Cart page after adding an item.

Feedback/Recommendations:

  • Use a cart drawer (a mini-cart overlay that updates in-page) instead of redirecting to the full Cart page to streamline the flow.
  • Consider upgrading to a premium Shopify theme. Rationale given: improved user experience and potentially higher CVR (conversion rate).

Gaps: No technical diagnosis of the slowdown (e.g., theme performance, scripts, network) and no performance metrics provided.

Status/Next steps: No resolution yet. Suggested actions are to test a cart drawer setup and evaluate a premium theme to address both speed/UX and conversion. Discussion remains open.

Summarized with AI on February 16. AI used: gpt-5.

Hey.

Im making my first store but my add to cart button loads very slow.

Can anyone help me?

Thanks.

My url: wvrsports.nl

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I just saw that you are using an free theme and guide your customers directly to an Cart Page. That will decrease your Conversion Rate. I recommend an Cart Drawer and a Premium Shopify Theme, its a small invest with an huge impact on your CVR.