What is a sitemap in SEO?

[Shree Cateres]

A sitemap in SEO is a file that lists all important pages of a website, helping search engines like Google crawl and index content more efficiently for better visibility.

 

[Ariel-ActiveRevenue]

yes, solid definition. one thing I’d add is that a good sitemap doesn’t just list pages—it also prioritizes them and tells google how frequently they’re updated. that means dynamic pages (like blogs or new product listings) get re-crawled more often, which can help them rank faster. For larger sites, splitting your sitemap into logical sections (e.g., blog, services, categories) also makes crawling more efficient.
are you managing SEO for a content-heavy site or a leaner one with fewer key pages?