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A sitemap file assists Google in discovering new and slightly updated pages more quickly. This is why Google generally recommends using a sitemap.
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💬 EN 📅 01/06/2021 ✂ 5 statements
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A sitemap helps Google discover new pages more quickly. It's a recommended tool for better indexing.

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