Google Search Console enables optimal site visibility in Google's search results. Follow these steps to verify and monitor your site's presence:

Before Starting:

• Remove any site or homepage passwords
• Ensure proper domain connection (wait 72 hours after connecting)
• Have an active Google account
• Note: Staging sites cannot be verified

Linking Your Site to Search Console:

1. Access Analytics from Home Menu
2. Navigate to Search Keywords
3. Click Connect
4. Sign in to your Google account
5. Allow permissions
6. Wait 72 hours for data population

Indexing Your Site:

Submit via Sitemap:

1. Select your site in Search Console
2. Click Sitemaps
3. Enter sitemap URL
4. Click Submit

Index Individual Pages:

1. Use URL Inspection tool
2. Enter specific page URL

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