One of the essential tools in your SEO toolkit is a sitemap. In this article, we'll explore what a sitemap page is, why it's important for SEO, and how Universe simplifies this process for you by automatically maintaining a sitemap for your site.

What is a Sitemap?

A sitemap.xml is a file that lists all the pages on your website. It acts as a roadmap for search engines, helping them discover and index your site’s content efficiently. This file is written in XML format, making it easy for search engine bots to read and understand the structure of your website.

To view your site's sitemap, simply navigate to [your site's home page url]/sitemap.xml

How a Sitemap Boosts Search Engine Optimization

Having a sitemap is beneficial because it improves indexing Search engines can find and index your pages more quickly and accurately, ensuring that all your important content is considered for search results. This is especially valuable if a site is large or has complex navigation.

Universe Automatically Creates a Sitemap for All Sites 

To make SEO easier for you, Universe automatically generates a sitemap.xml file for every site created on our platform. You don't need to worry about manually creating or updating this file—our system handles it for you, ensuring that each new page is added so your site is always optimized for search engine indexing.

Managing Hidden Pages and Your Sitemap

When you hide pages from appearing in your site's menu, Universe removes these pages  from your sitemap.xml file. This means that hidden pages won’t be indexed by search engines, maintaining your site’s intended structure and preventing any unwanted content from appearing in search results.

If you have any questions or need further assistance with your sitemap, our support team is here to help.