A site map (or sitemap) is a list of URLs on a site that tells search engines about the structure of its content.
Squarespace 5 doesn't automatically create a site map. However, you may not need one. Your site has many built-in features that help optimize it for search engines.
If you'd like to create a site map:
- Visit Google's documentation and follow their steps for creating an .xml file.
- Upload the file to your file storage.
- Use a URL shortcut to remove the /storage slug from its URL.
Note: The XML Sitemap won't update automatically. When you make structural changes to your site, manually create a new site map and replace the file on your site.
Squarespace 7 comparison
If a site map is important to you, consider moving to our current platform, Squarespace 7. Sites built with Squarespace 7 have a built-in .xml site map, which updates automatically as you make changes. To learn more, visit our Squarespace 7 Help site.
To learn more about switching to Squarespace 7, visit Squarespace 5 vs. newer versions.
