- Issue created by @gbyte
We have been working hard to implement the ping protocol as well as the new IndexNow protocol in simple_sitemap_engines (a submodule of simple_sitemap). These make sure to submit site changes directly to search engines for faster indexation. I believe users relying on the SEO tools recipe to configure their SEO are missing out on this crucial feature which is why I'm advocating to add it to the recipe.
The IndexNow protocol which is in the process of replacing the ping protocol needs a verification key. The module provides a means of generating that key into state and informs about the possibility of converting it to a settings value. We may want to generate that key on module install - I can implement it upstream, or we do it in the recipe. Alternatively we don't do anything and leave it to the user (a warning about the missing key with a link is being displayed after module install).
I'm happy to work together with you on this. :)
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