Website Verification

The major search engines have implemented website verification systems so you can submit your website to be more easily indexed. Many of these systems give you an option to install a "snippet" of code so it may better track your site information and verify your identity. These systems also give you an option to submit an XML sitemap so search engine spiders can "verify" and more easily index the pages on your site.

Another useful part of these website verification suites is that they will give you recommendations on how you can better improve the "searchability" of your site through content and link analysis. They also tell you if there are errors or issues with your site.

The three major website verification systems are:

• Google Webmaster Central
• Live Search Webmaster Center
• Yahoo Site Explorer

By following these recommendations, you can better optimize your site and "fine tune" it for the search engines so you'll rank higher and compete better against other sites.