XML Sitemap Generator for Google
A free WordPress plugin for generating and maintaining XML sitemaps.
About XML Sitemap Generator for Google
XML Sitemap Generator for Google is a free WordPress plugin, released under the GPL, that creates XML and HTML sitemaps for a website. It covers WordPress-generated pages, custom post types, taxonomies, and custom URLs. According to the plugin page, it also notifies major search engines when a new post is created, and it updates the sitemap when content is published. Settings such as priorities and change frequencies are available under Settings > XML-Sitemap.
Some sitemap formats and types are available only to subscribers. Other sitemap generators should be deactivated before this plugin is used. Submitting the sitemap to search engines is a separate manual step, done through each engine's webmaster tools. A sitemap lists a site's URLs for search engines, but the plugin page does not guarantee indexing or search rankings.
Key features
- Generates XML and HTML sitemaps for WordPress websites
- Page, image, news, video, HTML, and RSS sitemap types; some limited to subscribers
- Supports custom post types and taxonomies
- Includes custom URLs alongside WordPress-generated pages
- Notifies major search engines when a new post is created
- Adjustable priorities and change frequencies on the settings page
Best for: WordPress site owners who want a sitemap that updates automatically, including sites that use custom post types or WooCommerce.
Good for
- Free to use under the GPL on personal or commercial sites
- Updates the sitemap automatically when content is published
- Supports custom post types and taxonomies
Watch out for
- Some sitemap formats and types are available only to subscribers
- Other sitemap generators must be deactivated before installation
- Works only on WordPress sites
XML Sitemap Generator for Google at a glance
- Category
- Marketing & SEO › SEO & Web Analytics
- Type
- Online tool
- Pricing
- Free
- Open source
- Yes
- Last checked
- Oct 9, 2026 · Online when checked
- Listed
- Oct 9, 2026
Guides for SEO & Web Analytics
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XML Sitemap Generator for Google FAQ
How do I submit my sitemap to search engines?
Sign in to Google Search Console, open the Sitemaps tab, enter the URL of your sitemap.xml file, and click Submit. The plugin page says to repeat the process for Bing, Yandex, and Baidu.
Does the plugin work with WooCommerce?
Yes. The plugin page states it is compatible with WooCommerce and can generate sitemaps for product pages, categories, and tags.
How often should I update my sitemap?
The plugin page recommends updating the sitemap whenever you make significant changes to your content or structure. It also states that the plugin updates the sitemap automatically when you publish new content.
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