Free XML Sitemap Generator
Generate professional XML sitemaps instantly with smart parameter handling and advanced SEO optimization features.
Generate Your XML Sitemap
Enter your website URL and customize options to create your sitemap
XML Sitemap Generated Successfully!
Generating Your XML Sitemap...
Our advanced crawler is analyzing your website with smart parameter handling
Advanced Features & Benefits
Why choose our XML sitemap generator for your SEO needs
Smart Parameter Filtering
Intelligently removes duplicate-causing parameters while preserving meaningful ones like categories, pagination, and filters.
Canonical URL Detection
Automatically detects and respects canonical URLs to prevent duplicate content issues and improve SEO.
Robots.txt Compliance
Respects your robots.txt rules and crawling boundaries for proper search engine etiquette.
Instant Download
Generate and download professional XML sitemaps in seconds. No registration required.
Priority & Frequency Tags
Add priority values and change frequency information to help search engines understand your content.
Mobile Friendly
Fully responsive design that works perfectly on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
Free & Secure
Completely free to use with no hidden costs. Your data is processed securely and not stored.
SEO Optimized
Creates search engine optimized sitemaps that improve your website's indexing and visibility.
Step-by-Step Tutorial: How to Use & Implement XML Sitemaps
Complete guide from generation to search engine submission
1 Generate Your Sitemap
Start by entering your website URL in the form above and configuring your preferences.
Enter Website URL
Input your complete website URL including the protocol (https:// or http://). Make sure to use your preferred domain version (with or without www).
Configure Advanced Options
- Max Pages: Set the crawl limit based on your website size (recommended: 1000-5000)
- Parameter Handling: Choose between smart filtering or force removal
- Blocklist/Allowlist: Exclude admin pages or specify only important sections
- Priority & Frequency: Enable if you want to provide additional SEO hints
Click Generate
Hit the "Generate XML Sitemap Now" button and wait for the crawler to analyze your website structure.
2 Download Your Sitemap Files
Once generation is complete, you'll receive one or more XML files depending on your website size.
Understanding File Types
- sitemap.xml: Single file for websites under 50,000 URLs
- sitemap-1.xml, sitemap-2.xml: Multiple files for larger websites
- sitemap-index.xml: Master index file that references all individual sitemaps
Download Process
Click the "Download XML" button for each file. Save them to a location you can easily access for the next step.
Pro Tip
Preview the XML content before downloading to ensure all your important pages are included and the structure looks correct.
3 Upload Sitemap to Your Website
Upload the sitemap files to your website's root directory to make them accessible to search engines.
Upload Location
Upload your sitemap files to the root directory of your website (where your index.html or index.php file is located).
File Structure
Verify Access
Test that your sitemap is accessible by visiting:
You should see the XML content displayed in your browser.
4 Update Your Robots.txt File
Add your sitemap location to your robots.txt file to inform search engines about its existence.
Edit Robots.txt
Open your robots.txt file (located at yourwebsite.com/robots.txt) and add the following line:
Multiple Sitemaps
If you have a sitemap index file, only reference the index:
Important
Always use the full, absolute URL including https:// in your robots.txt file.
5 Submit to Google Search Console
Submit your sitemap to Google Search Console for better indexing and monitoring.
Access Google Search Console
- Go to search.google.com/search-console
- Sign in with your Google account
- Select your website property
Submit Sitemap
- Click "Sitemaps" in the left navigation menu
- Click "Add a new sitemap"
- Enter your sitemap filename (e.g., "sitemap.xml")
- Click "Submit"
Monitor Status
Google will process your sitemap and show you:
- Number of URLs discovered
- Number of URLs indexed
- Any errors or warnings
6 Submit to Bing Webmaster Tools
Don't forget about Bing! Submit your sitemap to Bing Webmaster Tools as well.
Access Bing Webmaster Tools
- Go to www.bing.com/webmasters
- Sign in with your Microsoft account
- Add and verify your website
Submit Process
- Navigate to "Sitemaps" under "Configure My Site"
- Click "Submit a Sitemap"
- Enter your full sitemap URL
- Click "Submit"
7 Monitor and Maintain Your Sitemap
Regular maintenance ensures your sitemap stays current and effective.
Regular Updates
- Monthly: For most websites, regenerate monthly
- Weekly: For frequently updated sites (news, blogs)
- After major changes: New sections, site restructuring
Monitor Performance
- Check Google Search Console for indexing status
- Monitor for errors or warnings
- Track which pages are being indexed
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- 404 Errors: Ensure sitemap is uploaded to correct location
- Parsing Errors: Check XML format and encoding
- Access Denied: Verify file permissions and server configuration
Best Practice
Set a calendar reminder to check and update your sitemap monthly. This ensures search engines always have the most current view of your website structure.
Who Can Use This Tool?
Perfect for website owners, developers, and SEO professionals of all levels
Business Owners
Improve your website's search engine visibility and ensure all your important pages get indexed by Google and other search engines.
SEO Professionals
Advanced features like priority tags, frequency settings, and smart parameter handling make this ideal for SEO experts and agencies.
Web Developers
Generate technical sitemaps with canonical URL detection, robots.txt compliance, and custom crawling rules for complex websites.
Bloggers & Content Creators
Ensure your latest blog posts and content pages get discovered and indexed quickly by search engines with fresh sitemaps.
E-commerce Store Owners
Smart parameter handling is perfect for online stores with product variations, filters, and categories that create complex URL structures.
Digital Agencies
Manage sitemaps for multiple client websites efficiently with our advanced options and professional-grade features.
Students & Learners
Perfect for learning SEO concepts, understanding website structure, and practicing technical SEO skills with real websites.
Startup Founders
Get your startup website properly indexed from day one with professional XML sitemaps that help search engines understand your content.
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