How to Configure Redis Object Cache with LiteSpeed Cache on BoostedHost

Introduction

BoostedHost servers come pre-configured with LiteSpeed Web Server and Redis to deliver maximum WordPress performance.

• LiteSpeed Cache (LSCache) handles full-page caching, image optimization, and frontend performance.

• Redis Object Cache speeds up database queries and backend operations.

This guide explains how to connect WordPress’ LiteSpeed Cache plugin to our Redis service for optimal results.

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✅ Requirements

• A WordPress site hosted on BoostedHost.

• The LiteSpeed Cache plugin installed and active.

• Redis is already installed and running on all BoostedHost servers (no extra setup required).

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🔎 Redis Details on BoostedHost

On BoostedHost servers, Redis is available on:

• Host: 127.0.0.1

• Port: 6379

• Database ID: 0 (default)

• Socket Path: Not required — Redis runs via localhost.

Memcached is not enabled on our hosting platform, so Redis is the recommended and supported option.

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⚙️ Step 1: Enable Object Cache in LiteSpeed Cache

1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard.

2. Go to LiteSpeed Cache → Cache → Object.

3. Set Object Cache to ON.

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⚙️ Step 2: Enter Redis Connection Settings

Fill in the following fields:

• Method: Redis

• Host: 127.0.0.1

• Port: 6379

• Redis Database ID: 0

• Username / Password: Leave empty (not required).

• Persistent Connection: ON (recommended)

• Cache WP-Admin: Optional — ON for speed, but may sometimes show stale data.

• Store Transients: ON

Click Save Changes.

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✅ Step 3: Confirm the Connection

After saving, check the Status line at the top of the Object Cache settings:

• If it says Connection Test: Passed → Redis is working correctly.

• If it says Failed → re-check Host and Port values.

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📈 Step 4: Verify Performance

Once Redis is active, your site will:

• Serve database queries from cache instead of running them repeatedly.

• Improve backend/admin response times.

• Reduce load on MySQL under high traffic.

You can verify Redis activity with the WP-CLI command:

wp redis status

Expected output:

Status: Connected
Client: PhpRedis

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🔧 Troubleshooting

• Still shows “Connection Failed”? Make sure Redis is enabled in your hosting package. Contact BoostedHost Support if needed.

• Do I need Memcached instead? No — Redis replaces Memcached on our platform and offers better performance, therefore Memcached is not available.

• Do I need to configure Username/Password? No — Redis on BoostedHost runs locally without authentication.

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🎯 Best Practices

• Use Redis + LiteSpeed Cache together for maximum speed.

• Don’t install multiple caching plugins (like W3 Total Cache or WP Rocket) — they can conflict.

• Always clear cache after major site changes: LiteSpeed Cache → Toolbox → Purge All.

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📌 Summary

To enable Redis Object Cache on BoostedHost:

1. Go to LiteSpeed Cache → Object.

2. Enter Host: 127.0.0.1, Port: 6379, Database ID: 0.

3. Save and check that Connection Test: Passed.

That’s it — your WordPress site is now fully optimized with Redis + LiteSpeed. 🚀