The AIOSEO News Sitemap addon is a feature of the All in One SEO (AIOSEO) plugin for WordPress that helps publishers create and manage a news sitemap. A news sitemap is a specialized XML sitemap that helps search engines like Google discover and index news articles more efficiently, improving visibility in search results.

Key Features:

1. Automatic Generation: The addon automatically generates a news sitemap based on your latest posts that meet Google’s news sitemap criteria.
2. Customization: You can customize which post types are included in the news sitemap, allowing you to control which content gets indexed.
3. Frequency and Expiry: It allows you to set the frequency of updates and specify how long articles should remain in the sitemap.
4. Integration: It works seamlessly with Google Search Console, making it easier to submit your news sitemap for indexing.
5. User-Friendly: The interface is designed to be straightforward, even for users who may not have technical expertise.

Benefits:

• Improved SEO: Helps increase the chances of your news articles appearing in Google News and other search engines.
• Faster Indexing: Ensures your latest content is indexed quickly, allowing it to reach your audience sooner.
• Better Visibility: Enhances the likelihood of appearing in rich snippets or other search features.

Setting It Up:

1. Install AIOSEO: Ensure you have the AIOSEO plugin installed on your WordPress site.
2. Enable the Addon: Go to the AIOSEO settings and activate the News Sitemap addon.
3. Configure Settings: Customize your sitemap settings based on your content needs.
4. Submit to Google: Once the sitemap is generated, submit it to Google Search Console for indexing.