How to Add Your Site to Google News

If you run a news website or a blog that produces news content and want to increase your visibility on Google, you might consider adding your site to Google News. Here are the steps to follow to add your site to Google News:

1. Make sure your site complies with Google News Publisher Guidelines. You should have a clear and prominent mission statement that outlines your editorial policy and the type of content you publish. Your site should also have a professional design, be well-written and well-organized, and have a clear hierarchy of information.

2. Create a Google News sitemap. This is a special XML file that lists all the articles on your site that you want to be included in Google News. You can create this file manually or use a tool such as the Google News Publisher Center to create one automatically.

3. Verify your site in Google Search Console. This will help you track your site's performance in Google News and troubleshoot any issues that may arise.

4. Submit your sitemap to Google News. You can do this by logging into your Google News Publisher Center account, clicking on "Content" and then "Sitemap," and entering the URL of your sitemap. Google will then review your site and decide whether to include it in Google News.

5. Wait for approval. It may take a few days or even a few weeks for Google to review your site and decide whether to include it in Google News. If your site is approved, your articles will start appearing in Google News within a few days.

6. Keep your site up-to-date and high-quality. Google News values fresh, high-quality content that provides value to readers. Make sure your site continues to meet Google News Publisher Guidelines and update your sitemap regularly to ensure that your latest articles are included in Google News.

By following these steps, you can increase the visibility of your news site on Google and reach a wider audience.