Official statement
It's not necessary to list all URLs in a sitemap. Some sites list everything, while others only include important parts or a specific section. It's a free choice.
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Is it really necessary to split your XML sitemap into multiple files?
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TL;DR
Including all URLs in a sitemap isn't mandatory, as Google explains. You can opt to list everything or only select sections. This allows for better management of your indexing strategy.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Puis-je exclure des pages de mon sitemap ?
Oui, Google indique que toutes les URLs n'ont pas besoin d'être listées. Priorisez les sections importantes.
Comment le sitemap affecte-t-il le crawl budget ?
Un sitemap optimisé permet de diriger efficacement le crawl budget vers les pages prioritaires.
Est-ce que cela impacte l'indexation des pages exclues ?
Les pages exclues peuvent toujours être indexées si elles sont liées ailleurs, mais le sitemap améliore la probabilité d'une indexation rapide.
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