Official statement
Submitting a sitemap file is not mandatory, especially for very small sites, but it is highly recommended as it facilitates the discovery of new and updated content by Google.
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Is it really necessary to split your XML sitemap into multiple files?
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TL;DR
Google recommends, but does not require, a sitemap to enhance content discovery. It's particularly helpful for small sites looking to optimize their crawl.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Un sitemap est-il vraiment nécessaire pour un très petit site ?
Pas obligatoire, mais recommandé pour une indexation plus rapide.
Combien de temps un sitemap prend-il pour être exploré par Google ?
En général, quelques jours, mais cela varie selon la fréquence de crawl du site.
Peut-on avoir plusieurs sitemaps ?
Oui, surtout utile pour les grands sites afin de segmenter les contenus.
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