What are common CDN caching issues and how can I resolve them?

What are common CDN caching issues and how can I resolve them?

Common CDN caching issues include stale content, cache misses, and incorrect cache settings. To resolve them, ensure your cache control headers are set correctly, purge the cache when updates occur, and check your CDN configuration.

How can I prevent stale content from being served?

To prevent stale content, use appropriate cache control headers like 'max-age' and 'must-revalidate'. Regularly purge your cache after updates.

What should I do if my CDN is not caching my content?

If your CDN isn't caching content, check your origin server settings, ensure that caching is enabled in your CDN configuration, and verify that your cache control headers allow caching.

Can I set different caching rules for different types of content?

Yes, you can set different caching rules for various content types by configuring your CDN to apply specific cache settings based on file types or paths.

What tools can I use to monitor CDN performance?

You can use tools like Google Analytics, CDN provider dashboards, or third-party monitoring services like Pingdom or New Relic to monitor CDN performance.