Public IndexNow URL Submitter

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

Step 1 - Get Your Bing IndexNow API Key

1. Go to the official Bing IndexNow docs: https://www.indexnow.org or simply ask #TheProfessor to generate one for you.
2. Generate a random key (8-128 characters).
3. Save the key in a text file containing only the key.
4. 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

1. Enter your API key in the field below.
2. Enter one URL per line.
3. Click Submit to IndexNow.
4. Check the output box for "200 OK" to confirm success.

Note: 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.

FAQ

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.