Ensure content is indexed by Google and complies with Discover content policies.
- Ensure content is indexed by Google and complies with Discover content policies3 cited sources1 category
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Why this matters
Only indexed content that meets Discover's policies is eligible for inclusion in Google Discover.
Hypothetical standard operating procedure
Adapt this example to your site, access, tools, and change process. It is our suggested procedure, informed by the sources below.
- Use Google Search Console to confirm URLs are indexed.
- Check content against Discover content policies for compliance.
- Fix any policy violations identified in Search Console.
- Request indexing via Google Search Console if necessary.
- Monitor Discover performance reports for appearance and engagement.
Watch for
Non-indexed content or content violating policies cannot appear in Discover and may trigger manual actions.
Definition of done
Content appears in Discover performance reports showing impressions and clicks.
Sources & attribution
Original checklist wording and example SOP by Best SEO Checklist, using source-grounded AI assistance. Editorial contact: Ted Kubaitis, @tedkubaitis on Teams. Check current source guidance before implementation.