XML Sitemap Generator
Generate valid XML sitemaps from a list of URLs with changefreq and priority.
How to Use the XML Sitemap Generator
Paste your URLs (one per line), set change frequency and priority, then generate a valid XML sitemap. Download the file or copy the content to create your sitemap.xml.
Sitemap Best Practices
- Include all important pages — Add all pages you want indexed, excluding duplicate or thin content.
- Priority — 1.0 is highest, 0.0 is lowest. Homepage is typically 1.0, main categories 0.8, individual pages 0.6.
- Change frequency — Set to how often the content actually changes (daily for blogs, monthly for static pages).
- Limit — A single sitemap can contain up to 50,000 URLs. Use a sitemap index for larger sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an XML sitemap?
An XML sitemap is a file that lists all important URLs on your website. It helps search engines discover and crawl your pages more efficiently.
Where should I place my sitemap?
Place sitemap.xml in your site root directory. Reference it in your robots.txt file with the Sitemap directive.
Does priority affect rankings?
No. The priority value is a hint to search engines about relative importance within your own site. It does not influence your rankings compared to other websites.
How often should I update my sitemap?
Update your sitemap whenever you add, remove, or significantly change pages. Many CMS platforms generate sitemaps automatically.
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