Get your site indexed by Google, allowing it to show up in search results when users enter relevant keywords.
Increased visibility can lead to more potential customers, readers, or followers, supporting the growth of your site, whether you aim to expand your business or share your passion.
Add your site to Google searches
For URLs that you directly manage you can request Google to index or crawl your site.
There are two methods to get your site added to Google searches:
You can request indexing for a specific URL and keep track using either the Index Status report or the URL Inspection tool.
Alternatively, you can submit a sitemap for multiple URLs, especially useful if your website is newly launched. A sitemap needs to be created first before submitting, which you can learn more here: How to Make a Sitemap for WordPress (Step-by-Step Tutorial).
Requesting a crawl doesn’t guarantee immediate inclusion in search results, or any inclusion at all (repeated requests won’t speed up indexing). Google gives precedence to high-quality, valuable content. Learn more about 8 Ways to Get Google to Index Your Site Faster (Tried & Tested).
Usually, indexing of a new site by Google can take anywhere from a few days to several weeks. Continuously adding fresh content and maintaining a healthy site can accelerate this process.
That’s all! You’ve learned how to add your site to Google search.
