What if I don't have a sitemap?

WordPress plugins like Yoast SEO or Rank Math generate one automatically. For static sites, use an online sitemap generator, then upload it to your server root and submit it in GSC.

Why is my page not getting indexed?

Check GSC's Pages report. Common causes are robots.txt blocking, noindex meta tags, 404 or redirect errors, and slow mobile page speed—GSC lists the specific cause for each URL.

How do I start with Google Search Console?

Google Search Console is a free tool to check if your site is indexed and submit your sitemap. Without indexing, you can't be cited in AI answers—it's the low-cost foundation of AEO.

Updated 2026-07-07

Frequently asked questions

How do I start with Google Search Console?: Google Search Console is a free tool to check if your site is indexed and submit your sitemap. Without indexing, you can't be cited in AI answers—it's the low-cost foundation of AEO.
What if I don't have a sitemap?: WordPress plugins like Yoast SEO or Rank Math generate one automatically. For static sites, use an online sitemap generator, then upload it to your server root and submit it in GSC.
Why is my page not getting indexed?: Check GSC's Pages report. Common causes are robots.txt blocking, noindex meta tags, 404 or redirect errors, and slow mobile page speed—GSC lists the specific cause for each URL.