What is a site map?

It is is a collection of hyperlinks that outlines your website's structure. A site's "map" may be on one page or spread across numerous categorized pages. Ashop Commerce site map is in world standard format so it is compatible with all main search engines.

Where is my stores site map?

Each store has a unique sitemap address starting with your domain and ending with /sitemap.xml for example http://www.yourdomain.com/sitemap.xml. You must use this URL when adding your sitemap to any system when asked.

Do I need to do anything to generate or replace my site map?

No you don't. They are created through an automated process. Your site map is always up to date without you having to do anything.

How do I use my sitemap with Google?

Please log into your Google webmaster account from this page to add your sitemap.

You will be given a selection of the type of sitemap you wish to add from a drop down menu, please select "add general web sitemap". as shown below.

What if there are errors when uploading my sitemap?

Do not use special characters like { }, ^, #, etc in your store as this can cause errors in the sitemap upload. These characters will be included in the URL when written in the titles, this causes errors in Sitemaps.

What is Google verification code?

Google verification code is an option for verifying site ownership . This method requires that you place a specific <meta> tag in the source code of your shopping cart.

How do I use Google verification code with my Ashop Commerce store?
Please log into your Google webmaster account from this page and select the option to verify your account.

You will be given an option of how you wish to verify your site. Select "add a meta tag"

When the code appears below, copy only the highlighted section in the image below. Then add this to the field in your Ashop admin panel under store settings.