Add site to google news

To add your website to Google News, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Meet the Eligibility Criteria

Before you start, make sure your website meets Google's eligibility criteria for inclusion in Google News:

  1. Your website must be a news site, meaning it publishes original news content.
  2. Your website must have a clear and consistent news section.
  3. Your website must have a valid and publicly accessible RSS feed.
  4. Your website must not be a duplicate or a mirror of another website.

Step 2: Create a Google News Sitemap

A Google News sitemap is an XML file that lists your website's news articles and their metadata. You can create a sitemap using a tool like Google's Sitemap Generator or a third-party tool like Sitemap Generator.

Step 3: Submit Your Sitemap to Google

Once you have created your sitemap, submit it to Google using the Google Search Console. Follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to your Google Search Console account.
  2. Click on the "Sitemaps" tab.
  3. Click on "Submit a sitemap".
  4. Enter the URL of your sitemap and click "Submit".

Step 4: Verify Your Website

To verify your website, you'll need to add a meta tag to your website's homepage or upload an HTML file to your website's root directory. Follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to your Google Search Console account.
  2. Click on the "Search Console" tab.
  3. Click on "Verify" next to your website.
  4. Follow the instructions to add the meta tag or upload the HTML file.

Step 5: Apply for Google News

Once you've verified your website, you can apply for Google News inclusion. Follow these steps:

  1. Sign in to your Google News account.
  2. Click on the "Apply for Google News" button.
  3. Fill out the application form, providing information about your website, including its name, description, and categories.
  4. Upload your sitemap and any additional required files.
  5. Submit your application.

Step 6: Wait for Review

Google will review your application and verify that your website meets their eligibility criteria. This process can take several weeks.

Step 7: Monitor Your Website's Progress

Once your application is approved, you can monitor your website's progress in Google News using the Google Search Console. You can also use the Google News Publisher Center to manage your website's news content and settings.

That's it! By following these steps, you can add your website to Google News and increase its visibility and credibility.