SEO Next Guide
Sitemaps, Robots, and URL Rules
The main rule here: do not click random switches out of curiosity.
What it is
A screen for:
- sitemap
- robots basics
- indexing behavior
- URL rules
Why it matters
So search engines can see the correct site structure.
Step by step
- Check the sitemap.
- Make sure indexing was not disabled by accident.
- Change robots settings only when you know why.
- Use URL rules only when there is a real need.
Common mistakes
- disabling something just to test it
- changing advanced rules before basic SEO is solid
- confusing indexing settings with normal content optimization
