🔍 Google Index Checker

Our tool uses Google Custom Search API to provide the most accurate indexing data available. This is the same API Google uses for custom search implementations, giving you real-time access to Google's search index. Results are as accurate as Google's own search infrastructure allows, with live data directly from Google's servers.

Google indexing is the process where Google discovers, crawls, and stores your web pages in its search database. If your pages aren't indexed, they won't appear in Google search results, meaning potential visitors can't find your content. Indexing is essential for SEO visibility and organic traffic generation.

The 10 URL limit optimizes API usage and response time while staying within Google's rate limits (20 requests per hour). This ensures reliable service for all users and prevents API quota exhaustion. You can make multiple requests if you need to check more URLs, with results typically available within seconds.

First, verify the results using Google Search Console. Check for technical issues like 404 errors, robots.txt blocks, noindex tags, or duplicate content. Ensure pages are linked from other indexed pages and have quality content. Submit your sitemap to Google Search Console and request indexing for immediate attention. Monitor regularly to track indexing progress.

Each user gets 20 API requests per hour based on their IP address. The tool displays your current usage and time until reset. Cached results (valid for 6 hours) don't count against this limit. Rate limiting ensures fair usage and prevents API quota exhaustion while maintaining service quality for all users.

"From cache" indicates that the result was retrieved from our local cache (valid for 6 hours) rather than making a new API call. This saves API quota while providing recent results. Cached results are still accurate as indexing status doesn't change frequently, and you'll see real-time data when the cache expires.

Yes, you can check any publicly accessible URL to see if it's indexed by Google. This is useful for competitive analysis, understanding competitor SEO strategies, and identifying content gaps. However, respect rate limits and use the data ethically for legitimate SEO research and competitive intelligence.

Check regularly, especially after website updates, content publication, or technical changes. For most websites, monthly checks are sufficient, but active sites with frequent content updates should check weekly. Monitor critical pages more frequently and use our tool to track indexing progress after SEO optimizations or site migrations.

Common reasons include: robots.txt blocking, noindex meta tags, duplicate content, low-quality pages, server errors (404, 500), slow loading speeds, lack of internal linking, or pages being too new. Google also prioritizes high-quality, authoritative content with good user engagement and proper technical SEO implementation.

Yes, our Google index checker is completely free to use with real-time API integration. You get 20 requests per hour at no cost, which is suitable for most SEO monitoring needs. No registration required, no hidden fees, and full access to all features including export functionality and detailed reporting.

While Google Search Console provides detailed indexing reports for your verified properties, our tool offers instant checks for any URL without verification requirements. It's perfect for quick competitor analysis, bulk URL checking, and getting immediate indexing status. Use both tools together for comprehensive SEO monitoring.

Absolutely! Export results in CSV, TXT, or JSON formats for team sharing, client reports, or further analysis. All exports include detailed metadata like search snippets, result counts, timestamps, and API source information. Perfect for SEO audits, progress tracking, and collaborative SEO planning.