How Do I Submit My XML Sitemap to Google Search Console?

Submitting your XML sitemap helps Google discover and index your store’s products, collections, and pages faster.

Step 1 – Sign in to Google Search Console

1. Go to Google Search Console.

2. Choose URL prefix and enter your full store address (include https:// and www if you use it).

3. Verify ownership:

   • Easiest method: HTML tag (paste into your store’s theme settings).

   • Or, if you already have Google Analytics, use the Google Analytics verification option.

Step 2 – Submit Your Sitemap

1. From the left-hand menu, click Sitemaps.

2. In the “Add a new sitemap” field, type: sitemap.xml

3. Click Submit.

4. You’ll see the status as Pending — check back in a day or two for Success in green.

✅ Correct: https://yourstore.com/sitemap.xml
🚩 Wrong: https://yourstore.com/tools/sitemap (that’s the HTML sitemap, not XML).

Step 3 – You’re Done!

Your XML sitemap will now update automatically whenever you add or edit products. Google will crawl your site over time — usually within 3–12 weeks, though it can be longer. While you wait, keep improving your SEO for the best results.