Installation
Follow these steps to install and activate the plugin:
- Download the plugin ZIP file.
- Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
- Click Upload Plugin, then choose the downloaded ZIP file.
- Click Install Now and then Activate.
How to Use
Once the plugin is activated, follow these steps:
- Navigate to Settings > Image & Video XML Sitemap in your WordPress admin dashboard.
- Enable the Image Sitemap or Video Sitemap by toggling the respective switches.
- Customize the sitemap filenames if desired by entering your preferred names in the input fields (e.g.,
my-image-sitemap.xml).
- Click Save Changes.
Features
- Image Sitemap: Creates a dedicated XML sitemap for all image attachments.
- Video Sitemap: Creates a dedicated XML sitemap for all video attachments.
- Customizable Filenames: Allows users to specify their own sitemap filenames.
- Yoast SEO Compatibility: Fully compatible with the Yoast SEO plugin.
Advanced Settings
For more advanced configurations, refer to the plugin's settings page and documentation. You can modify sitemap names or disable individual sitemaps as needed.
FAQs
1. What is a sitemap?
A sitemap is a file that lists the important pages, images, and videos of your website, helping search engines like Google crawl and index your site more efficiently.
2. Does this plugin work with Yoast SEO?
Yes, the plugin is fully compatible with Yoast SEO. It complements Yoast SEO by creating separate sitemaps specifically for images and videos.
3. Can I use custom names for my sitemaps?
Yes, you can specify custom filenames for both the image and video sitemaps in the plugin settings.
Support
If you encounter any issues or have questions, visit our Support Forum or refer to the plugin’s FAQs for more information.