Simple XML Sitemap Generator
add a sitemap to your wordpress website.
Safe pick
Yes — Simple XML Sitemap Generator is a safe, well-maintained plugin to use in 2026. It runs on 3K+ sites, is rated 4.6/5 and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 81/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 3 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Momentum — downloads up 387.4% vs the previous 30 days
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Simple XML Sitemap Generator stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| generator | #14 |
| simple sitemap | #5 |
| sitemap | #18 |
| sitemap generator | #5 |
| xml | #15 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 4.6 from 11 reviews
About Simple XML Sitemap Generator
From the official readme · v2.5.1Description
XML Sitemap creates an XML for use with Google and Yahoo (and Yes! Bing too)
Just install it to your wordpress installation and let the plugin do his job.
For start: create or update any Post or Pages and your WordPress will create your sitemap.xml right away
Features
You can exclude certain posts or pages or woocommerce produts from the xml sitemap.
You can set your own sitemap Value to each Post, Page or Product Page.
Languages
- Englisch
- German
Installation
This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working.
e.g.
- Unzip the Compressed file.
- Upload
automatic-sitemapto the/wp-content/plugins/directory - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in Dashboard.
- if you want to exclude certain posts or pages or woocommerce produts from the xml sitemap, please read the manual in the administration settings
Frequently asked questions
How to install this plugin?
Just follow this Steps 1. Unzip the Compressed file. 2. Upload automatic-sitemap to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory 3. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in Dashboard.
How Can I access my sitemap?
After install the plugin, simply create (or Update one) and WordPress create your sitemap.xml right away. Then you will able to access your sitemap in http://yoursitelink.com/sitemap.xml
Changelog
No updates since release.
2.5.1
- debug
2.5
- add new cpt field
2.3
- update for new wp version
2.2.7
- some minor bugs
2.2.4
- Minor Update
2.2.3
- Version update for WP 6.0
Screenshots
For developers
Is this your plugin? Show off the numbers.
Add a live badge to your site, docs or GitHub README. It updates on its own — no account needed.
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FAQ
Simple XML Sitemap Generator: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 26, 2026
Is Simple XML Sitemap Generator free?
Yes. Simple XML Sitemap Generator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Simple XML Sitemap Generator safe to use in 2026?
Yes — Simple XML Sitemap Generator is a safe, well-maintained plugin to use in 2026. It runs on 3K+ sites, is rated 4.6/5 and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 81/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Simple XML Sitemap Generator?
Simple XML Sitemap Generator is active on 3K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 96,845 times since it launched in April 2016. It was downloaded 2,320 times in the last 30 days.
Does Simple XML Sitemap Generator work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Simple XML Sitemap Generator up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.0 or newer.
When was Simple XML Sitemap Generator last updated?
The latest version, 2.5.1, was released on September 5, 2026 (3 weeks ago).
Who makes Simple XML Sitemap Generator?
Simple XML Sitemap Generator is developed and maintained by Eric-Oliver Mächler.
What are the best alternatives to Simple XML Sitemap Generator?
The most popular alternatives to Simple XML Sitemap Generator are WP Sitemap Page (200K+ installs), SMK Sidebar Generator (10K+ installs) and FakerPress (10K+ installs).
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