Sitemap XML Generator
Create a valid XML sitemap for your website to help search engines discover and index every important page.
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Add Your URLs
Enter the URLs you want included in your sitemap along with their priority and change frequency.
Configure Settings
Set the last modification date and change frequency for each URL to guide crawler behavior.
Download & Submit
Download the generated sitemap.xml file and upload it to your site root, then submit it to Google Search Console.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an XML sitemap?
An XML sitemap is a file that lists all the important URLs on your website in a structured format that search engines can easily read. It includes metadata like when a page was last modified, how often it changes, and its relative priority. Think of it as a roadmap that helps search engine crawlers discover and index your content more efficiently.
Why is a sitemap important for SEO?
A sitemap ensures search engines can find all your important pages, especially new or deeply nested ones that might not be easily discovered through regular crawling. It is particularly valuable for large websites, new websites with few external links, sites with lots of media content, or sites with pages that are not well interlinked. Google and Bing both recommend submitting a sitemap for optimal indexing.
How often should I update my sitemap?
Your sitemap should be updated whenever you add, remove, or significantly change pages on your website. Most CMS platforms like WordPress and Shopify generate sitemaps dynamically, so they update automatically. If you manage yours manually, aim to update it at least weekly for active sites. The <lastmod> tag in each entry tells search engines when the page was last changed, helping them prioritize re-crawling.
What is the difference between a sitemap and robots.txt?
A sitemap tells search engines which pages you want them to index, while robots.txt tells them which pages you do not want them to crawl. They serve complementary purposes: the sitemap is a positive invitation to index specific URLs, and robots.txt is a set of restrictions. For best SEO results, use both together and reference your sitemap URL inside your robots.txt file.
How do I submit my sitemap to Google?
The most reliable way is through Google Search Console. Go to the Sitemaps section, enter your sitemap URL (typically /sitemap.xml), and click Submit. You can also add a Sitemap directive in your robots.txt file pointing to the sitemap URL. Google will then periodically re-fetch your sitemap to discover new or updated pages automatically.
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