Sitemap Validator
Validate your XML sitemap for proper format and structure.
What Makes a Good Sitemap
1. Include all important pages you want AI and search engines to discover.
2. Keep the file under 50MB uncompressed and 50,000 URLs (split into multiple sitemaps if needed).
3. Use HTTPS URLs consistently.
4. Include <lastmod> dates to signal freshness.
5. Reference your sitemap in robots.txt with a Sitemap: directive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my sitemap important for AI SEO?
AI search engines use sitemaps to discover and index your content. A well-structured sitemap ensures all your important pages are visible to AI crawlers like GPTBot, PerplexityBot, and others.
What is a sitemap index file?
A sitemap index file lists multiple sitemap files. It's used when you have more than 50,000 URLs and need to split them across multiple sitemaps.
How often should I update my sitemap?
Update your sitemap whenever you add, remove, or significantly change pages. Many CMS platforms auto-generate sitemaps that update automatically.