IndexNow URL Submitter
Free IndexNow URL submitter tool. Submit URLs to Bing & search engines instantly with your API key. Generate keys, upload & index pages fast.
#TheProfessor can install this on your website... or create your white label version with your
branding for SEO Agencies. This tool lets you submit your own URLs to Bing and other search engines that support IndexNow - using your own API key.
Generate an API key, using the button above Place this into a .txt file and upload to your root directory
Your website must allow uploading files to the root directory. If you use Wix, Squarespace, Shopify, or other closed platforms, check if they support root file uploads.
- Generate an API key, using the button above
- Place this into a .txt file and upload to your root directory
Step 1 - Get Your Bing IndexNow API Key
- Go to the official Bing IndexNow docs: https://www.indexnow.org or simply ask #TheProfessor to generate one for you.
- Generate a random key (8-128 characters).
- Save the key in a text file containing only the key.
- Upload the file to your website root folder so it is available
at:
https://your-own-url.com/YOURKEY.txt
Step 2 - Submit URLs for Indexing
- Enter your API key in the field below.
- Enter one URL per line.
- Click Submit to IndexNow.
- Check the output box for "200 OK" to confirm success.
How This Tool Helps Your SEO
Every minute a new page sits unindexed is a minute you're invisible to potential visitors. This free IndexNow URL Submitter lets you take control of that process - pushing your URLs directly to Bing (and other participating search engines) the moment you publish or update content, rather than waiting days or weeks for a crawler to stumble across them.
Unlike traditional XML sitemaps that passively wait for search engines to re-crawl your site, IndexNow is an active push protocol. Submit a URL here and Bing's indexing pipeline is notified immediately. For time-sensitive content - news articles, product launches, price changes, or event pages - that speed advantage can directly impact your rankings and traffic.
Use this tool alongside your existing sitemap and robots.txt setup for a complete indexing strategy. Generate your API key above, upload the verification file once to your root directory, and you're ready to submit unlimited URLs whenever your content changes.
Why IndexNow Matters
Fast indexing and strong internal linking are two sides of the same coin. When search engines crawl a newly submitted URL, they follow internal links to discover the rest of your site. If your new content is well-linked from existing high-authority pages, it gains crawl priority and ranking signals almost immediately after submission.
Before submitting URLs via IndexNow, make sure each page you're submitting is properly linked within your site architecture. Orphaned pages - those with no internal links pointing to them - are indexed more slowly even with IndexNow, because search engines have no context for how that page fits into your broader content hierarchy.
A simple internal linking audit before each batch submission will maximise the impact of every URL you push through this tool. Link from your pillar pages to new content, use keyword-rich anchor text, and avoid deep page depths. Combined with IndexNow, a solid internal link structure means faster indexing and stronger rankings.
Key Optimization Checks
Pro Tip
Automate your IndexNow submissions. Once you've confirmed your API key is working manually with this tool, integrate IndexNow directly into your CMS. WordPress users can use plugins like Rank Math or Yoast SEO (with IndexNow support enabled) to auto-submit URLs on publish. For custom-built sites, a simple POST request to the IndexNow API endpoint on each content publish event means you'll never have to think about indexing again - it just happens, instantly, every time. Set it once, and let the protocol do the work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is IndexNow and how does it work?
IndexNow is a protocol that allows website owners to instantly notify search engines like Bing when web pages are created, updated, or deleted. It uses an API key to submit URLs directly to participating search engines for faster indexing.
How do I get an IndexNow API key?
You can generate an IndexNow API key by visiting indexnow.org or using the generator tool above. The key should be 8-128 characters long, saved in a .txt file, and uploaded to your website's root directory as YOURKEY.txt.
Which search engines support IndexNow?
Bing is the primary supporter of IndexNow protocol. Other search engines may also support it, and submitting through IndexNow can help your content get discovered faster across participating search engines.
Can I submit multiple URLs at once?
Yes, you can submit multiple URLs using this tool. Simply enter one URL per line in the submission field, and the tool will process all URLs in your list when you click Submit to IndexNow.
What does '200 OK' response mean?
'200 OK' in the output box confirms that your URL submission was successfully received by the IndexNow API. This means the search engines have been notified about your URLs for indexing.
Can I use this tool with Wix, Shopify, or Squarespace?
You can use this tool with any platform, but your website must allow uploading files to the root directory. Check if your platform (Wix, Squarespace, Shopify) supports root file uploads for the API key verification file.
Is this IndexNow submission tool free to use?
Yes, this IndexNow URL submission tool is free to use. You only need your own IndexNow API key and the ability to upload the key file to your website's root directory for verification.
How often should I submit URLs to IndexNow?
Submit URLs to IndexNow whenever you create new content, make significant updates to existing pages, or delete pages. There's no strict limit, but focus on submitting URLs with meaningful changes rather than minor updates.
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