How to Monitor Indexation Speed After Publishing Your Content
To monitor indexation speed after publishing, use tools like Google Search Console, site: search operators, and indexing APIs. Track the timing between publishing and Google’s first crawl to gauge how fast your new content is being indexed.
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Key Takaways
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take Google to index a new page?
Yes. Use the URL Inspection Tool to request indexing, build strong internal links to the page, and ensure it’s in your XML sitemap. Consider the Indexing API for eligible content types.
Can I speed up indexation?
Yes. Use the URL Inspection Tool to request indexing, build strong internal links to the page, and ensure it’s in your XML sitemap. Consider the Indexing API for eligible content types.
Why isn’t my page indexed yet?
Common reasons include crawl budget limits, technical SEO errors (e.g., noindex tags), slow site speed, or low-quality content. Use GSC to diagnose and resolve issues.
Does resubmitting a URL help?
Yes, resubmitting via the URL Inspection Tool can trigger a faster crawl, especially for newly published or updated pages.
What tools help track indexation?
Google Search Console, manual search operators, Screaming Frog (with GSC integrations), and third-party tools like IndexNow or URL Monitor can help track indexation status.
Step by Step Plan
Check Google Search Console
Open GSC → enter your published URL into the URL Inspection Tool. This shows if the page is indexed and when it was last crawled.
Use the Site: Operator in Google Search
Search site:yourdomain.com/page-url to check if the page appears in search results. If not, it’s not indexed yet.
Request Indexing
Within GSC’s URL Inspection Tool, click ‘Request Indexing’ to expedite Googlebot’s crawl.
Request Indexing
In GSC, check ‘Crawl Stats’ to spot crawl patterns and delays. Low crawl rates may signal issues with site health or authority.
Utilize Indexing API (When Applicable)
For time-sensitive content like job postings or live events, use Google’s Indexing API for instant crawling and indexation.
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