Free XML Sitemap Checker
Inspect an XML sitemap to see whether it includes the right pages and whether it is valid enough for crawlers to trust it.
What is XML Sitemap?
An XML sitemap is a file that lists important URLs so search engines can discover and prioritize pages more efficiently.
Why it matters
A poor or stale sitemap can hide important pages from search engines, especially on large or frequently updated sites.
Common problems
- Broken URLs in the sitemap
- Old entries pointing to deleted pages
- No sitemap or empty sitemap
How to fix them
Keep the sitemap current, include canonical URLs, and remove outdated or low-value entries so crawlers can focus on the pages that matter most.
Example
Example: product and category pages are missing from the sitemap while an old blog tag link is still present → rework the sitemap to reflect the live site structure.
FAQ
Does a sitemap guarantee indexing?
No. It helps discovery and prioritization, but pages still need to be crawlable and useful.
Should every page be in the sitemap?
Not necessarily. Include important pages and let low-value or duplicate pages stay out.
Is it free?
Yes.