This free video sitemap generator helps you create a Google-compliant XML sitemap for your videos — whether they are hosted on YouTube, Vimeo, or self-hosted on your own server. Submit it to Google and get your videos indexed in Google Video Search and rich results, without paying for a premium SEO plugin.
A video sitemap tells Google exactly where your videos are, what they're about, and how to index them — so they show up in Google Video Search and as rich results. Without one, your videos may never get properly indexed, no matter how good they are.
Most SEO plugins like RankMath, Yoast, and AIOSEO lock this feature behind their paid plans. This tool gives you the same result without spending a rupee.
Video Sitemap
Generator
Add your YouTube, Vimeo, or self-hosted videos and get a Google-compliant XML sitemap — with built-in validator and Google Search Console guide.
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How to use this free video sitemap generator:
- Choose your video source — YouTube, Vimeo, or self-hosted
- Paste the video URL and page URL where it's embedded
- Add the title and description
- Click Generate — your sitemap is ready to download
- Upload it to your site and submit to Google Search Console
No login. No account. No plugin needed. Works for any website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a video sitemap?
A video sitemap is an XML file that tells Google about the videos on your website — their title, description, thumbnail, and location. It helps Google index your videos faster and show them in Google Video Search and rich results.
Do I need a video sitemap if I already have a regular sitemap?
Yes. A regular XML sitemap tells Google about your pages, but it doesn't include the video-specific details Google needs to index and display videos properly. A separate video sitemap gives Google everything it needs.
Does a video sitemap improve SEO?
Yes. Videos with a sitemap are more likely to appear in Google Video Search, Google Images (video tab), and as rich results with a thumbnail in regular search — all of which can improve click-through rates.
Do I need a Google account or API key to use this tool?
No. This tool works entirely in your browser. No login, no API key, no account needed.
Does it work for YouTube videos embedded on my site?
Yes. Paste the YouTube video URL and the page URL where it's embedded. The tool automatically generates the correct embed URL and thumbnail — no manual work needed.
What's the difference between player_loc and content_loc in the XML?
[player_loc] is the embed URL (used for YouTube and Vimeo). [content_loc] is the direct file URL (used for self-hosted .mp4 files). Google needs at least one of these to confirm the video is playable.
How do I submit the video sitemap to Google?
Download the XML file, upload it to your website root folder, then go to Google Search Console → Sitemaps → enter video-sitemap.xml and click Submit. The full step-by-step guide is included in the tool above.
How many videos can I add?
There's no limit in this tool. Google's video sitemap spec supports up to 1,000 videos per sitemap file, which is more than enough for most websites.
Will RankMath or Yoast conflict with this sitemap?
No. You can have multiple sitemaps submitted in Google Search Console simultaneously. Just make sure the video sitemap URL is different from your main sitemap URL.
Does this work for WordPress sites?
Yes — upload the downloaded XML to your /public_html/ folder via cPanel or FTP. If you want automatic video detection without manual entry, check out the free WordPress plugin version of this tool.