What is an XML sitemap and do I really need one?

An XML sitemap lists all important URLs on your website so search engine crawlers can discover and index them efficiently. It is especially valuable for large sites, newly launched domains, or pages with few inbound links.

How do I submit my sitemap to Google?

Upload sitemap.xml to your domain root (e.g., example.com/sitemap.xml), then go to Google Search Console → Indexing → Sitemaps and enter the URL.

How many URLs can a sitemap contain?

Google's protocol supports up to 50,000 URLs per file at a maximum 50 MB. For larger sites, create multiple sitemap files and list them in a sitemap index file.

Does Sitemap Generator use live data or analyse static input?

Sitemap Generator analyses the content or configuration you provide. Where live website data is needed (such as fetching a page), you enter the URL and the tool retrieves the relevant data instantly.

How often should I use Sitemap Generator?

Run Sitemap Generator whenever you publish new content, make significant page changes, or audit your existing setup. Regular use catches issues before they impact your search rankings.

Is Sitemap Generator free to use?

Yes, Sitemap Generator is 100% free with no usage limits, no watermarks, and no hidden charges. The platform is supported by non-intrusive advertising so all tools stay free for everyone.

Do I need to create an account to use Sitemap Generator?

No account or registration is required. Open Sitemap Generator and start immediately — no email, no sign-up, no personal information needed.

Is my data safe when using Sitemap Generator?

Yes. Sitemap Generator runs entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. Your files and data never leave your device and are never transmitted to our servers.

Does Sitemap Generator work on mobile and tablet devices?

Yes. Sitemap Generator is fully responsive and tested on smartphones, tablets, and all major desktop browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge). The interface adapts automatically to any screen size.

Sitemap Generator

Generate XML sitemaps for your website

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Sitemap Generator is a free, browser-based search engine optimisation tool. Create XML sitemaps for SEO by entering your website URLs. Set priority, change frequency, and last modified dates.

SEO specialists, content marketers, website owners, and digital agencies use Sitemap Generator every day to save time and skip the overhead of desktop software or paid services. No installation, no account, and no technical knowledge required — just upload Sitemap Generator and get results in seconds. Your files never leave your browser — full privacy by design.

XML Sitemap Generator

URL

Priority

Freq

Last modified

Preview (sitemap.xml)

<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?>
<urlset xmlns="http://www.sitemaps.org/schemas/sitemap/0.9">
  <url>
    <loc>https://example.com/</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-06-15</lastmod>
    <changefreq>daily</changefreq>
    <priority>1.0</priority>
  </url>
  <url>
    <loc>https://example.com/about</loc>
    <lastmod>2026-06-15</lastmod>
    <changefreq>monthly</changefreq>
    <priority>0.8</priority>
  </url>
</urlset>

How to use Sitemap Generator

Enter URLs

Add your website URLs.

Set attributes

Configure priority and change frequency.

Generate

Create the XML sitemap.

Download

Download sitemap.xml.

Use Cases

Optimising new pages before publishing to ensure technical correctness
Auditing existing pages for crawlability and structured data issues
Preparing JSON-LD schemas for rich results in Google Search
Monitoring and improving search snippet appearance and CTR

Key Benefits

100% free with no usage limits, watermarks, or hidden fees
No account or sign-up required — use it instantly
Works in all modern browsers on desktop, tablet, and mobile
Privacy-first: all processing runs locally, files never leave your device
Professional, print-ready output in seconds
Fully customisable fields to match your requirements
Download as PDF or copy directly to clipboard