Indexing API is primarily used by developers to directly notify Google about new or updated content for indexing.
However, please note that Google's services and APIs may have evolved since then,
So it's always a good idea to refer to the official Google documentation for the most up-to-date information.
Here are the general steps involved in using the Google Indexing API for a blogger:
1.Set up a project in the Google Cloud Console:
- Go to the Google Cloud Console website (console.cloud.google.com).
- Create a new project or select an existing one.
- Enable the Indexing API for your project.
2.Generate and download an authentication key (service account key):
- In the Cloud Console, navigate to the "APIs & Services" > "Credentials" section.
- Click on "Create credentials" and select "Service account key".
- Choose the appropriate service account and key type (JSON or P12).
- Click on "Create" to generate and download the key file.
3.Install and configure the necessary client library or SDK:
- Depending on the programming language you're using, you'll need to install the relevant client library or SDK for the Google Indexing API.
- Consult the official documentation for the specific instructions related to your chosen programming language.
4.Write code to send indexing requests:
- Import the required modules or libraries in your code.
- Load the authentication key file and authenticate with Google using the generated credentials.
- Craft a request payload that specifies the URL of the blog post or page you want to index or update.
- Send the indexing request to Google using the API client or library methods.
5.Handle response and errors:
- Process the response returned by the Indexing API to check for success or failure.
- Handle any errors or exceptions that may occur during the indexing process.
6.Test and deploy your code:
- Test your code with sample URLs to ensure that the indexing requests are being sent correctly.
- Once you're satisfied with the testing, deploy your code to your production environment.
Indexing API