What is Sitemap Checker?
The Sitemap Checker validates XML sitemaps against W3C standards, checks tag syntax (loc, lastmod, changefreq, priority), and extracts URL lists for SEO audits.
Detect broken links, verify XML formatting compliance, and inspect sitemap index structures before submitting to Google Search Console.
XML Sitemap Content
Valid XML Sitemap Structure
2 URL(s) Extracted
Extracted URL List (2)
https://example.com/
https://example.com/about
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum URL limit per XML sitemap?
A single XML sitemap file can contain a maximum of 50,000 URLs and must not exceed 50MB uncompressed.
What is a sitemap index file?
A sitemap index file is a master XML file that links multiple sub-sitemaps together.
Why is lastmod date important in sitemaps?
lastmod tells search crawlers when content was updated so they can prioritize re-crawling updated pages.
How to use Sitemap Checker
To check XML sitemaps:
- Enter a sitemap URL or paste raw XML code.
- Click Validate Sitemap to scan syntax, URL counts, and date formats.
- Review validation errors and export extracted URL lists.