Sitemap Checker
Make sure your XML sitemap is working perfectly and has no broken links or errors.
Sitemap Audit
CORS Compatibility
Some servers block browser-based fetching for security. If the scan fails, it might be due to your server's CORS settings.
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Free Online XML Sitemap Checker & Validator
Make sure search engines can find every page of your website with our Easy XML Sitemap Checker. A sitemap is like a GPS for Googlebot—it tells search engines which URLs are live and how often they change. If your sitemap has errors or can't be read, search engines might miss your newest blog posts or products. Use our tool to verify your sitemap structure and find any technical issues instantly.
Syntax Validation
We check your XML code against official standards to ensure there are no broken tags or formatting errors that could confuse search bots.
URL Counting
Instantly see exactly how many pages are listed in your sitemap, helping you verify that all your content has been included for indexing.
Real-time Fetching
Our tool fetches your live sitemap right from your server, giving you an "up-to-the-minute" report on what search engines are seeing.
How to Validate Your Sitemap in 3 Steps
Enter Sitemap URL
Copy the full link to your sitemap (e.g. https://yoursite.com/sitemap.xml) and paste it into the box above.
Click Validate
Press the "Validate Sitemap" button. Our tool will attempt to download and read the XML data from your site.
Check Results
Review the report. We'll tell you if the sitemap is a standard list or an index, and if any errors were found.
RankWox vs. Search Console Checks
| Metric | RankWox Checker | Google Search Console |
|---|---|---|
| Validation Speed | Instant (Real-time) | Delayed (Hours/Days) |
| Privacy | Anonymous Scan | Requires Site Ownership |
| User Interface | Simple & Professional | Complex Dashboard |
| Accessibility | No Login Needed | Full Login Required |
Sitemap Auditing FAQs
Why did the scan fail with a 'CORS' error?
CORS is a security feature that prevents one website from reading data from another. If your server is very secure, it might block our browser-based scan.
What is the difference between a sitemap and an index?
A standard sitemap lists your pages. A 'Sitemap Index' is a special file that lists *other* sitemaps (useful for very large websites).
How many URLs should my sitemap have?
It should contain all public, indexable pages of your site. If the count in RankWox is lower than your total pages, some might be missing.
Is an XML sitemap different from an HTML one?
Yes. XML sitemaps are for search engines (like this tool checks), while HTML sitemaps are for human visitors to browse your site.