CategoryGoogle Search Console for Beginners

Page indexing report in Google Search Console. What is it and how to read it.

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The Page Indexing Report in Google Search Console is an essential tool for webmasters and SEO professionals. It provides insights into how Googlebot interacts with your website’s pages, highlighting which pages are indexed, which are not, and the reasons behind these statuses. Common errors in page indexing Not indexed In Google Search Console you will find 2 sections – one with...

Image sitemaps – why they are important and how to create them

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In the digital age, images play a crucial role in enhancing user experience and driving traffic to websites. However, without proper indexing, these images may remain hidden from search engines and users alike. This is where **image sitemaps** come into play. An image sitemap is an XML file that provides search engines with information about the images on your website, ensuring they are indexed...

Video Sitemaps – What they are and how to create them?

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Video sitemaps are special XML files that help search engines understand the video content on a website.  What is a video sitemap? A video sitemap is an extension of a standard sitemap that contains detailed information about the videos available on the site. It helps search engines index and display videos in search results. Why use video sitemaps? A video sitemap can improve the ranking of...

Different types of sitemaps in SEO

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What are the different types of XML sitemaps? HTML Sitemaps are designed for human users, providing a structured overview of a website’s pages. They typically appear as a single webpage that lists links to various sections and pages of the site. This format not only aids users in navigating the site but also improves user experience by making content more accessible. XML Sitemaps are...

How to create sitemap.xml

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Creating a sitemap.xml file is essential for enhancing your website’s SEO and ensuring that search engines can easily crawl and index your content. This guide will provide you with a clear and concise overview of how to create a sitemap.xml file, specifically focusing on WordPress and general website creation. Understanding Sitemap.xml A sitemap.xml file is an XML document that lists all...

What is a Sitemap?

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What is a Sitemap? A sitemap is a file that outlines the structure of a website, detailing its pages and content, and the relationships between them. It serves as a blueprint for search engines, guiding them in discovering and indexing the website’s content. An XML sitemap is crucial for SEO as it helps search engines find and index your website’s important pages, even if they are not...

Adding a sitemap to Google Search Console

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Step 1: Sign in to Search Console Navigate to and sign in using your Google account. Step 2: Select your property Choose the website for which you want to add the sitemap from the list of properties. Step 3: Access the Sitemaps section In the left-hand sidebar, locate the „Indexing” section and click on „Sitemaps”. Step 4: Submit your sitemap In the „Add a new...

How to add a site to Google Search Console via HTML file

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How to add a site to Google Search Console via HTML fileCreating an account in Google Search Console requires a Google account. If you don’t have one – check out our guide “How to Create a Google Account.” If you already have an account – below you will find step-by-step instructions on how to add a site to Google Search Console. Go to and click the “Start” button. Sign in to Google Search...

How to add a website to Google Search Console via Google Analytics

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If you already have an account – below you’ll find step-by-step instructions on how to add a website to Google Search Console. 1. Go to , click the “Start” button. 2. Log in to Google Search Console using your Google account. 3. You will be greeted by a screen with options for how you want to authorize/add your site to Google Search Console. The first option is domain verification, and the...

How to add a website to Google Search Console via Google Tag Manager / GTM

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Creating an account in Google Search Console requires having a Google account. If you don’t have one, check out our guide „How to Create a Google Account.” If you already have an account, here are step-by-step instructions on how to add your website to Google Search Console. 1. Go to [Google Search Console] and click the “Start” button. 2. Log in to Google Search Console using...

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