XMLsivukartan

XMLsivukartan is a Finnish term that translates to "XML sitemap." It refers to a structured file in XML format that lists the pages of a website and provides information about them. The primary purpose of an XML sitemap is to help search engine crawlers discover and index the content of a website more effectively.

An XML sitemap typically contains entries for each URL on a website, along with optional metadata such as the last modification date of the page, its change frequency, and its priority relative to other pages on the site. Search engines like Google and Bing use this information to understand the site's structure, identify new or updated content, and prioritize crawling efforts.

By providing a clear and organized list of pages, an XML sitemap can improve a website's visibility in search engine results pages (SERPs). It is particularly beneficial for large websites with many pages, dynamic content, or pages that are not easily discoverable through standard navigation. Website administrators can generate XML sitemaps manually or use automated tools and content management system plugins. The sitemap file is usually placed in the root directory of the website and can be submitted to search engines through their respective webmaster tools.