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Sitemap Generator

Create a valid XML sitemap from a URL list.

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What this sitemap generator does

Sitemap Generator turns a list of URLs into a valid XML sitemap. Each `<url>` entry can include `<lastmod>`, `<changefreq>` and `<priority>`, and XML-sensitive characters are escaped so an ampersand in a query string does not break the file.

A sitemap is a hint, not a command. It helps crawlers discover pages and understand when they changed, but it does not guarantee indexing. Pages that are blocked, redirected or noindexed should not appear in it.

Why use it

  • Create a sitemap for a small static site.
  • Explain update dates after a content refresh.
  • Replace a broken sitemap generated by an old build.

How to use it

  1. 1Paste one absolute URL per line.
  2. 2Set a lastmod date if you know it; leave changefreq and priority alone unless you have a reason.
  3. 3Copy the XML and save it as sitemap.xml at the site root.

Worked examples

Single page

Input

https://example.com/about/

Output

A urlset with one loc entry and an optional lastmod.

Query string

Input

https://example.com/search?q=a&b=c

Output

The ampersand is escaped as &amp; so the XML stays valid.

Common mistakes

  • Listing relative URLs; sitemap loc entries must be absolute.
  • Including noindex or redirected pages, which wastes crawl attention.
  • Changing lastmod on every build even when content did not change.

Frequently asked questions

How many URLs can one sitemap hold?
The protocol limit is 50,000 URLs and 50 MB uncompressed. For larger sites, use a sitemap index. This tool is aimed at smaller lists.
Do I still need robots.txt?
Adding a Sitemap line to robots.txt helps discovery, but search engines can also find the sitemap through Search Console. The two work together.
Does priority affect rankings?
No. Google has said it ignores priority and changefreq. Include them only if another consumer needs them.

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