Expanding its portfolio of digital tools, group.ONE has acquired WP Media, creators of popular performance plugins like WP Rocket, Imagify, and RocketCDN. This acquisition brings new synergies to the European internet services provider’s growing WordPress ecosystem, aiming to streamline website speed and optimization for millions of users.
Founded in 2014, WP Media has become a trusted name in the WordPress ecosystem, with WP Rocket powering over 1.6 million websites. Known for its robust caching and site speed enhancements, WP Rocket is a go-to solution for WordPress site owners aiming to improve load times and user experience. Alongside it, Imagify provides advanced image compression services, while RocketCDN ensures fast content delivery through an easy-to-integrate CDN service.
A Synergistic Acquisition
The acquisition allows the group.ONE to integrate performance-focused tools into its growing suite of WordPress services. group.ONE, which operates brands like one.com, Hostnet, and Digital Garden, aims to offer comprehensive hosting, domain, and website-building solutions for small businesses and web professionals across Europe.
According to group.ONE, the acquisition will enable them to “empower customers with faster websites, better user experiences, and improved conversion rates.” WP Media’s entire team, including its founders, will continue to operate independently under the new ownership, ensuring continuity and innovation across their product line.
Strengthening the WordPress Ecosystem
This move reflects a broader trend of consolidation in the WordPress product landscape, where established hosting and service companies are acquiring high-performing tools to offer integrated digital solutions.
Unlocking Speed and Scalability for the Future
By joining forces, WP Media and group.ONE are set to elevate how websites are built and optimized. This acquisition reinforces a shared mission: making fast, efficient websites accessible to all users, regardless of technical expertise.