seo-sitemap

Generate and validate XML sitemaps with HTTP status checks.

Updated Jun 5, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/smarmen86/claude-code-kit --skill seo-sitemap-smarmen86
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: seo-sitemap
Source: https://github.com/smarmen86/claude-code-kit/tree/main/skills/seo-sitemap
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/smarmen86/claude-code-kit --skill seo-sitemap-smarmen86

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes assets (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill resolves technical SEO issues related to sitemap structure, ensuring search engines can effectively crawl and index your website content while avoiding common indexing penalties.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Sitemap Validation: Automatically checks for valid XML format, URL limits, and proper HTTP status codes.
  • Strategic Generation: Creates industry-standard sitemaps with support for sitemap indexing for large-scale sites.
  • Quality Control: Identifies and flags non-canonical, noindexed, or redirected URLs that negatively impact SEO performance.

Quick Start

Use the seo-sitemap skill to analyze the current sitemap at https://example.com/sitemap.xml and report any indexing issues.

Frequently Asked Questions about seo-sitemap

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I audit an XML sitemap for broken links and indexing issues?

To audit an XML sitemap, you validate the URL structures, verify HTTP status codes, and flag non-canonical or redirected links that cause indexing inefficiencies and search engine crawlability issues.

What is the best way to generate XML sitemaps for large-scale websites?

Generating XML sitemaps for large-scale sites requires creating industry-standard sitemaps alongside a sitemap index file, ensuring URL limits are met and search engine crawlability and indexing guidelines are maintained.

Why does my sitemap include noindexed or redirected URLs, and how do I fix it?

Sitemaps include noindexed or redirected URLs due to poor quality control, which you fix by auditing the XML structure to identify and remove non-canonical links that negatively impact SEO performance.

Can I validate HTTP status codes directly within my sitemap XML structure?

Yes, you can validate HTTP status codes during a sitemap audit by checking the URL structures within the XML file to ensure they return proper responses for efficient search engine crawling.

When do I need a sitemap index for managing crawling and indexing efficiency?

You need a sitemap index when managing large-scale site architectures, as it organizes multiple XML sitemaps to ensure search engines can effectively crawl and index your website content without hitting URL limits.