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Indexing
Definition
What is Indexing?
The process by which a search engine adds a page to its searchable database after crawling. A page is only available to rank once indexed. Google Search Console reports indexing status under Coverage.
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- Crawl BudgetThe number of URLs a search engine will crawl on a site in a given window. Constrained by server capacity and the engine's allocation. Large sites optimize by ensuring high-priority URLs are easy to discover and not blocked by thin or duplicate pages.
- SitemapAn XML file that lists all public URLs on a site for search engine discovery. Should include lastmod timestamps, changefreq, and priority. Submit to Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster Tools after major content changes.
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