Google Search Console is an essential tool for any website owner looking to improve their visibility in Google search results. Setting up Google Search Console is a simple process that will allow you to effectively monitor and optimize your website. Below, I guide you step-by-step on how to set up Google Search Console.
How to set up Google Search Console?
How to Set Up Google Search Console?
Step 1: Create a Google Search Console Account
- Go to Google Search Console: Visit search.google.com/search-console and sign in with your Google account. If you don’t have a Google account, create a new one.
- Add Property: Once logged in, click “Add property” and choose the type of property you want to add: “Domain” or “URL prefix”.
- Domain: Select this option to track the entire domain (e.g., yourdomain.com).
- URL Prefix: Select this option to track a single version of the website (e.g., https://www.yourdomain.com).
Step 2: Verify the Property
- Verification Methods: Google will provide several methods to verify the ownership of your website. Common options include:
- HTML File: Upload an HTML file provided by Google to the root of your website.
- HTML Tag: Add an HTML meta tag provided by Google to the
<head>of your website. - Domain Name Provider: Verify your domain through your domain name provider (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap).
- Google Analytics: Use your existing Google Analytics account to verify ownership.
- Google Tag Manager: Use your Google Tag Manager account for verification.
- Complete the Verification: Follow the specific instructions for the selected verification method and click “Verify.” Google will check for the verification element and confirm ownership.
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