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Why IndexNow Doesn’t Work on Blogger (And What You Can Do About It) Why IndexNow Doesn’t Work on Blogger IndexNow is an exciting protocol developed by Bing, Yandex, and others to allow instant URL submission to search engines. It’s incredibly effective — but unfortunately, it’s not fully supported on the Blogger platform (Blogspot). In this article, we’ll explain why IndexNow doesn’t work on Blogger, and explore smart alternatives and workarounds you can still use to benefit from faster indexing. Why IndexNow Requires Root File Access To use IndexNow officially, you must generate a key (random string). You then create a .txt file using the key name, and upload it to your website’s root directory . This file must be publicly accessible via a direct URL, like: https://yourdomain.com/yourkey.txt Blogger does not allow file uploads to the root directory. You can’t upload custom .txt files, and you can’t place files outside your /posts or theme HTML. That’s why ...

Step-by-Step Guide to Enabling IndexNow for File-Upload-Supported Websites Step-by-Step Guide to Enabling IndexNow  If you manage a website that allows access to the root directory, such as through cPanel, FTP, or Git-based hosting (like GitHub Pages), you’re eligible to activate IndexNow — a fast indexing protocol by Bing and Yandex. This article walks you through the practical steps to enable IndexNow manually, from generating your key to submitting your URLs. Step 1: Generate Your IndexNow Key Visit the official IndexNow page at https://www.bing.com/indexnow . Generate a random key string (8–128 characters). Copy and save the key for later use. Example key: ab1234567890xyz9876543210abcd Step 2: Create a .txt File with the Key Open a plain text editor (e.g., Notepad). Paste the key into the file (only the key, no extra text). Save the file using the key itself as the filename: ab1234567890xyz9876543210abcd.txt Step 3: Upload the File to ...

Top Production Engineering Software in 2025: OFM, PROSPER & Beyond In the evolving landscape of petroleum engineering, production engineers rely on powerful software tools to model, analyze, and optimize oil and gas production systems. In 2025, tools like OFM , PROSPER , and newer platforms are reshaping workflows with more automation, integration, and accuracy than ever before. Top Production Engineering Software in 2025: OFM, PROSPER & Beyond 1. OFM (Oil Field Manager) – The Classic Reservoir Surveillance Tool OFM by SLB continues to dominate as a trusted surveillance and analysis platform for production data management. It helps engineers visualize well performance, identify declining wells, and optimize lift systems. Customizable dashboards for production monitoring Integration with SCADA and Excel Ideal for surveillance, nodal analysis, and quick diagnostics Recommended: Try an OFM tutorial or watch workflow demos on YouTube for re...

The Fastest Ways to Index Your Blogger Posts in Google Every blogger wants their new content to appear on Google as quickly as possible. Whether you’re sharing a tutorial, news article, or niche blog post, quick indexing can bring you more visibility, faster traffic, and better search rankings. The Fastest Ways to Index Your Blogger Posts in Google 1. Submit Your Post URL to Google Search Console The quickest and most reliable way to index your post is by submitting it manually to Google Search Console : Log in to Search Console. Paste the full URL of your new post in the URL Inspection Tool . Click “ Request Indexing ”. This tells Google’s bots to crawl and index your post immediately—often within minutes! 2. Keep Your Blogger Sitemap Updated Ensure your Blogger sitemap is submitted and up-to-date in Search Console. Use the following sitemap format: /sitemap.xml Steps to submit your sitemap: Go to your site’s property in Sear...

Petroleum Engineering in 2025: Top 5 Skills for the Hydrogen Economy Transition 2025 Reality Check: With over 30% of oil companies shifting to hydrogen-based projects, engineers need to stay ahead of the curve. Adaptation is no longer optional — it's survival. Top 5 Skills for the Hydrogen Economy Transition Why Hydrogen Skills Matter Now As the world races toward decarbonization, hydrogen has emerged as a pillar of clean energy. The global hydrogen market is projected to reach $220 billion by 2025 according to the Global Hydrogen Council. Engineers with hydrogen-focused competencies are already commanding 25%–40% higher salaries in tech-forward energy companies. Petroleum engineers are in a prime position to pivot. Their foundational knowledge of energy systems, thermodynamics, and subsurface engineering makes transitioning into hydrogen roles seamless — with the right skills. Top 5 Hydrogen Skills Every Petroleum Engineer Needs Skill ...

Blogger vs. WordPress: Which is Better for SEO in 2025? Keywords:   Blogger vs WordPress SEO, Free blogging platforms, Pros and cons . Key Question: Can free blogging platforms like Blogger or WordPress.org compete with premium tools for SEO? We compared technical features, plugins, and real-world results. Introduction The blogging landscape in 2025 is dominated by AI-driven tools, advanced SEO plugins, and evolving search algorithms like  Google’s MUM . Choosing between  Blogger  (Google’s free platform) and  WordPress  (self-hosted powerhouse) hinges on your goals: simplicity vs. scalability. Let’s break down their SEO strengths, weaknesses, and 2025-specific updates to help you decide. Feature Blogger WordPress SEO Customization Basic meta tags; limited to Google tools. Advanced via plugins (Yoast SEO 2025, RankMath Pro). Keyword Optimization Manual insertion; no AI assistance. AI-powered suggestions (SurferSEO, Frase 2.0). Mobile-...