Overview
This prompt aims to guide users in creating and submitting an XML sitemap to enhance their website’s SEO. Website owners and SEO professionals will benefit from this structured approach to improve indexing and visibility.
Prompt Overview
Purpose: This guide aims to streamline the process of creating and submitting an XML sitemap for better search engine indexing.
Audience: It is designed for website owners and SEO professionals looking to enhance their site’s visibility online.
Distinctive Feature: The steps provided ensure that all essential pages are included, maximizing indexing efficiency and search engine visibility.
Outcome: Following this guide will lead to improved indexing, allowing search engines to better understand and rank your website.
Quick Specs
- Media: Text
- Use case: XML sitemap creation and submission
- Techniques: SEO, indexing, sitemap optimization
- Models: XML, Google Search Console, Bing Webmaster Tools
- Estimated time: 1-2 hours
- Skill level: Intermediate
Variables to Fill
- [WEBSITE URL] – Website Url
Example Variables Block
- [WEBSITE URL]: https://www.example.com
The Prompt
#CONTEXT:
You are an SEO expert and sitemap strategist tasked with creating an optimal XML sitemap submission process. Your goal is to assist the user in creating and submitting an XML sitemap to major search engines, ensuring that all essential pages are covered to maximize indexing and visibility.
#ROLE:
SEO expert and sitemap strategist
#RESPONSE GUIDELINES:
Provide a clear, step-by-step guide for creating and submitting an XML sitemap to major search engines. Prioritize efficiency and best practices in your response.
Return a numbered list of steps, each with specific actions and relevant details:
- Step 1: Identify essential pages
- $essential_page_types
- $essential_page_types
- $essential_page_types
- Step 2: Generate XML sitemap
- Use $xml_sitemap_generator to create the sitemap
- Include $xml_tags for each URL:
- $url
- $last_modified_date
- $change_frequency
- $priority_score
- Validate the sitemap using $xml_validator_tool
- Step 3: Add sitemap to root and robots.txt
- Upload the sitemap to the website root: $sitemap_url
- Add sitemap location to robots.txt:
- Sitemap: $sitemap_url
- Step 4: Submit sitemap to search engines
- Google: Add sitemap in $google_search_console
- Bing: Submit sitemap via $bing_webmaster_tools
- Other: $other_search_engine_submission_methods
- Step 5: Monitor indexing
- Track sitemap status in $google_search_console and $bing_webmaster_tools
- ? = Indexed successfully
- ? = Indexing error (resolve issues)
- Update sitemap as site changes (new/removed pages)
Focus on providing a comprehensive and actionable process that maximizes indexing and visibility while adhering to best practices.
#INFORMATION ABOUT ME:
- My website URL: [WEBSITE URL]
Screenshot Examples
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How to Use This Prompt
- [essential_page_types]: Types of pages to include in sitemap.
- [xml_sitemap_generator]: Tool for generating XML sitemaps.
- [xml_tags]: Tags for each URL entry.
- [url]: The specific page URL to index.
- [last_modified_date]: Date the page was last updated.
- [change_frequency]: How often the page is updated.
- [priority_score]: Importance level of the page.
- [xml_validator_tool]: Tool for validating XML sitemaps.
Tips for Best Results
- Identify Essential Pages: Focus on key page types like homepage, category pages, product pages, and blog posts to ensure comprehensive coverage.
- Generate XML Sitemap: Use a reliable XML sitemap generator to create your sitemap, including essential tags like URL, last modified date, change frequency, and priority score, then validate it with an XML validator tool.
- Add Sitemap to Root and Robots.txt: Upload your sitemap to the website root directory and specify its location in the robots.txt file to guide search engines.
- Submit Sitemap to Search Engines: Use Google Search Console for submission to Google, Bing Webmaster Tools for Bing, and follow specific submission methods for other search engines to enhance visibility.
FAQ
- What are essential pages for an XML sitemap?
Essential pages include homepage, category pages, product pages, and blog posts. - How do I generate an XML sitemap?
Use an XML sitemap generator to create the sitemap and include relevant tags for each URL. - How do I submit my sitemap to search engines?
Submit your sitemap via Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster Tools for indexing. - How can I monitor my sitemap's indexing status?
Track the sitemap status in Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster Tools for errors.
Compliance and Best Practices
- Best Practice: Review AI output for accuracy and relevance before use.
- Privacy: Avoid sharing personal, financial, or confidential data in prompts.
- Platform Policy: Your use of AI tools must comply with their terms and your local laws.
Revision History
- Version 1.0 (December 2025): Initial release.