How to Request Indexing in Google (Through Search Console)
Hey Everyone!
I have a created quick tutorial that many of you have been asking about, "how to get your website or specific pages and posts indexed by Google".
This can be a crucial step in making sure your content is visible in search results, and today, I'll walk you through the process using one of my websites.
What You'll Learn:
- Accessing Your Website's Back Office: I'll show you how to log into the backend of your website through Wealthy Affiliate's SiteManager.
- Utilizing Google Site Kit: Assuming you've installed the Site Kit plugin, we'll look into how it integrates your site with Google's tools, including Search Console, to provide valuable insights.
- Navigating to Google Search Console: I'll guide you on how to access Google Search Console from your dashboard to manage your site's presence in Google Search results.
- Requesting Indexing for a Page: Learn how to request Google to index a new page or post on your website, a critical step for new content to be discovered.
- Understanding Google's Indexing Process: Insights into what happens after you request indexing and how Google prioritizes these requests.
Whether you're adding fresh content to your site or noticing some pages aren't showing up in Google's search results, this tutorial will help speed up the indexing process. Remember, while you can request indexing for each new post, Google's queue and priorities ultimately determine the timing.
And if you have any questions, or comments, feel free to drop them in the comments below, and I'll be more than happy to help.
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Hi Kyle:
Thank you for informing us about this process and keeping us aware in general.
A few of my older posts haven't been indexed by Google. In one case, I had changed the original title to one that would rank better and also updated the content. I have to check if I have Google Site Kit on those older websites.
I'm grateful for all the support.
Veron
Yeah, you can always request those posts to be indexed. This is not a guarantee, as Google may simply not love the content or not need it within their search, but they aren't able to get to everything and if this was earlier stage content I would absolutely suggest that you request indexing with it. :)
Hello Kyle
Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed this video even though I already knew how to request indexing for my posts and pages in GSC. I still watched the video because I enjoy your videos and it's always good to get refreshed on the basics.
It was an informative video that will help many members out. I have a suggestion though. May I suggest a tutorial on Bing Webmaster tools if you haven't done one already?
I think many members would benefit from it especially all the new members and you can get your posts and pages indexed in Bing and Yahoo by using Bing Webmaster tools to. I hope my suggestion is helpful and I look forward to seeing your next video. Thank you again for sharing. All the best to your success.
Regards
Timothy
Yeah, we will definitely have updated training on Bing Webmaster Tools as well, as that is an important aspect of rankings these days as Bing search starts to gain more traction.
Thanks for the suggestion! :)
Hello Kyle
You're welcome and I'm happy to help. Thank you for your reply and It's great to hear there will be updated training on Bing Webmaster Tools to. I look forward to seeing it when it is done. Thank you again for your reply. All the best to your success.
Regards
Timothy
Hello Kyle , It is a great opportunity for me joining WA . I am doing my best
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Excellent Samuel, I know you are going to love the Premium experience when you get there, but at your own pace here for your situation. :)
Very useful. Copying and Pasting the URL is much more effective than trying to actually find the non-indexed page, which I've tried.
Super quick so I can tick those tasks off my day list.
Thanks Kyle. Anymore tips about GSE will be most gratefully received.
Blessings
Lindi 😎
Yeah, it is a quick and easy process that you can do that will help with your indexing. I will be sending many more tips just like this, and you are going to see a lot of expert insights as time goes on here. :)
Hi Kyle, I have a problem with Google. I am using Robert's account with all my internet activities. I had to open a new google account just to put Site kit in. Now I can't access the site kit unless I log into the other google account. It's a nuisance to be doing this as i want it all together. What can I do now?
That is because your website is connected to another email (within another account). You will want to remove the property from Console, you can typically delete the Site Kit plugin and set it up again, it will typically work. ;)
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Several hours later, it was indexed. Here you can see that it is indexed in Google.
This is great! Um, how do I tell if a blog post has been indexed? Thanks,
You can simply copy and paste the URL into Google, and if it shows up it is indexed.
That's pretty cool. Maybe now I will get some traction.
@KyleI
If its a direct URL, won't it show up no matter what? Because I am pasting the exact URL? When I paste it in, it goes right to the site. It isn't listed anywhere. I am new at this can you tell lol?
Click on the Websites button in WealthyAffiliate website and then Site content. There you can see which of your pages are indexed.
It will only show up when it is indexed, if you are typing in the URL. If it is not indexed, it will show "not found".