How do I create a new sitemap if my Google Search Console already had one?

Hello,

I apologize for the issue you are facing with the setup wizard and your sitemap. If you already have a sitemap in Google Search Console, you can still create a new one using Rank Math. Here’s how to do it:

1. Check Your Current Sitemap: First, ensure that your current sitemap is functioning correctly. You can access it by visiting https://yourdomainname/sitemap_index.xml (replace yourdomainname with your actual domain).

2. Create a New Sitemap: If you want to create a new sitemap, Rank Math automatically generates a sitemap for your website. You don’t need to manually create one; just ensure that the settings in Rank Math are configured correctly. You can check the settings by going to Rank Math > Sitemap Settings in your WordPress dashboard.

3. Submit Your Sitemap to Google Search Console: Once you have confirmed that your sitemap is set up correctly, you can submit it to Google Search Console:

   • Log in to Google Search Console.
   • Select your website and navigate to the Sitemaps section.
   • Enter sitemap_index.xml in the Add a new sitemap field and click Submit.

4. Verify Your Website: If you are having issues with the URL not auto-populating during the setup wizard, make sure that your website is verified in Google Search Console. If it’s not verified, follow the steps in this guide on verifying your website with Rank Math.

If you continue to experience issues or need further assistance with the setup, we recommend considering our professional setup service, which ensures that your plugin setup is fully correct and adheres to the latest SEO standards. You can find more information about this service here.

Thank you for raising this concern! If you have any more questions or need further clarification, feel free to reply to this ticket.

Sources:
How to Configure Sitemaps in Rank Math – Best Settings and Tips
How to Submit a Sitemap to Google » Rank Math