how to add my GitHub repository to Google search

[martinschenk]

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How can I add my package to Google search index?

[samharp]

As long as your repository is set to 'Public': it's just a matter of time. Google webcrawlers take time to scour the Internet for new webpages, but if they can get to it, it will get listed as soon as possible.

To improve how the repo is found, don't forget to add as much information to the repo as possible, such as a description, tags, and a detailed Readme.

Hopefully this helps!

[R9TRH]

There is almost 6 months and my public repo is not on google yet. Help me!

[JohnScience]

@R9TRH Same with https://github.com/JohnScience/proc_macro_template

[SEMAJOUNES]

hmm

[lova-52]

hmm

[DanBradbury]

9 years and I've never had my public repo picked up by indexing.. will report how I force the repo down googles dumb search indexing throat

[neutrinomuon]

Hello!!!! To add your GitHub repository to Google search, follow these steps:

1. Make sure your repository is public. Google can only index public pages

2. Go to the Google Search Console website (search.google.com/search-console) and sign in with your Google account

3. Click "Add a property" and enter the URL of your GitHub repository. For example, if your repository is located at github.com/username/repo, enter "github.com/username/repo" as the URL

4. Follow the verification steps to prove that you own the repository

5. Once your ownership is verified, click on "URL Inspection" in the left sidebar

6. Type in the URL of your GitHub repository and click "Enter"

7. Click on "Request indexing" to tell Google to index your repository

8. Wait for Google to index your repository. This can take several days to a few weeks

After Google has indexed your Github repository, it should appear in search results when people search for relevant keywords

[gabrieljemail]

I tried your solution but the console verification keeps failling.

I can't either, since we don't own github.io.

[makeyouswag]

It's sad that you can't add the direct repository link to indexing but it's awesome that github pages approach actually works. You can even customize how the readme is displayed.

[WebDevRobeAlca]

what is the difference between github page and github repository?

[xamidi]

@WebDevRobeAlca

what is the difference between github page and github repository?

GitHub repository: https://github.com/<username>/<projectname>
GitHub page: https://<username>.github.io/<projectname>/ (a public repository can be deployed as a page via its settings)

You can manage https://<username>.github.io/ (and all its subpaths) at Google Search Console for usernames that you control, but you cannot do this for GitHub repositories. (Because you must directly provide a Google verification file, such as this one via this repository, but you cannot have something like https://github.com/<username>/googleea2c40e97e8d4f0c.html to verify https://github.com/<username>/.)

[humanascode]

If you don't want your index.html to be static you can use this GitHub action to dynamically deploy your website and inject the meta-tag automatically every time your repo is updated:

• This is based on a template from GitHub, i just added the tag injection part.
• You can read about custom deployment of your pages site here: https://docs.github.com/en/pages/getting-started-with-github-pages/configuring-a-publishing-source-for-your-github-pages-site#publishing-with-a-custom-github-actions-workflow

name: Deploy Jekyll with GitHub Pages dependencies preinstalled

on:
  # Runs on pushes targeting the default branch
  push:
    branches: ["main"]

  # Allows you to run this workflow manually from the Actions tab
  workflow_dispatch:

# Sets permissions of the GITHUB_TOKEN to allow deployment to GitHub Pages
permissions:
  contents: read
  pages: write
  id-token: write

# Allow only one concurrent deployment, skipping runs queued between the run in-progress and latest queued.
# However, do NOT cancel in-progress runs as we want to allow these production deployments to complete.
concurrency:
  group: "pages"
  cancel-in-progress: false

jobs:
  # Build job
  build:
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    steps:
      - name: Checkout
        uses: actions/checkout@v4
      - name: Setup Pages
        uses: actions/configure-pages@v5
      - name: Build with Jekyll
        uses: actions/jekyll-build-pages@v1
        with:
          source: ./
          destination: ./_site

      - name: Inject Google Site Verification Meta Tag
        run: |
          META_TAG='<meta name="google-site-verification" content="**************" />'
          find ./_site -name "*.html" -exec sudo sed -i "s|</head>|$META_TAG\n</head>|g" {} +

      - name: Upload artifact
        uses: actions/upload-pages-artifact@v3

  # Deployment job
  deploy:
    environment:
      name: github-pages
      url: ${{ steps.deployment.outputs.page_url }}
    runs-on: ubuntu-latest
    needs: build
    steps:
      - name: Deploy to GitHub Pages
        id: deployment
        uses: actions/deploy-pages@v4

[neutrinomuon]

Please indicate which one of the provided solutions was helpful to be visible to other members of the community by marking it as answered. Thanks in advance

[R9TRH]

Okay i will tell you when i did

[GreyEarl]

This works for me! Important to emphaze it a bit more: add the property in Search Console as name_of_user.github.io/name_of_page/ and not as github.com/username/repo

[R9TRH]

That worked for me too. Your latest solution

[Ph0t0nX]

This works for me! Important to emphaze it a bit more: add the property in Search Console as name_of_user.github.io/name_of_page/ and not as github.com/username/repo

This will not work for gitlab.

[Harshinilingampally]

how to Add my Github profile to google search?
I have created my account months back...but google search console is still not indexing..!!
thanks in advance
https://github.com/Harshinilingampally

[R9TRH]

https://github.com/orgs/community/discussions/42375#discussioncomment-5312667

[shamanthagowda]

its your repo right? I know to do for website, but I'm not sure if this would work for repo or not.

[mituldas1999]

To add your GitHub profile to Google Search and improve its visibility, you can follow these steps:

Optimize Your GitHub Profile: Ensure your GitHub profile is complete and active. Include a detailed bio, profile picture, and meaningful repositories. Regular activity and contributions can improve visibility.

Create Content Linking to Your Profile: Write blog posts, articles, or create web pages that link to your GitHub profile. Platforms like Medium, LinkedIn, or personal blogs are good for this. Make sure the content is relevant and uses appropriate keywords.

Use Social Media: Share your GitHub profile on social media platforms like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook. This can help create external links to your profile.

Participate in Online Communities: Engage in communities related to your field on platforms like Stack Overflow, Reddit, or specialized forums. Include your GitHub profile in your profile or signature where appropriate.

SEO for Your Personal Website: If you have a personal website, optimize it for search engines (SEO) and include a link to your GitHub profile.

Google Search Console: You mentioned Google Search Console not indexing your profile. Typically, Google automatically indexes GitHub profiles, but you can request indexing of a specific URL through Google Search Console. Make sure you follow Google's guidelines for indexing.

Remember, increasing visibility online is often a gradual process that requires consistent effort. Keep updating and sharing your work, and over time, your GitHub profile should gain more visibility in search results.

[ZipeiZhu]

I tried above methods but none of them worked… It is so weird… Can anybody see my Github repository named “ZipeiZhu”? Many thanks in advance.

[ehsanwwe]

i have the same experience as you

[ErickNavarroD]

Did you solve this issue?

[ZipeiZhu]

Yes, I manually let Google catch my github person website. However, I still CANNOT find my github repository by Googling.

[mituldas1999]

Make sure your repository is public. Google can only index public pages

Go to the Google Search Console website (search.google.com/search-console) and sign in with your Google account

Click "Add a property" and enter the URL of your GitHub repository. For example, if your repository is located at github.com/username/repo, enter "github.com/username/repo" as the URL

Follow the verification steps to prove that you own the repository

Once your ownership is verified, click on "URL Inspection" in the left sidebar

Type in the URL of your GitHub repository and click "Enter"

Click on "Request indexing" to tell Google to index your repository

Wait for Google to index your repository. This can take several days to a few weeks

After Google has indexed your Github repository, it should appear in search results when people search for relevant keywords

[shamanthagowda]

Hey, I have published my portfolio website which is hosted on GitHub pages and I was able to do it. I'm not sure about the repo, but bing has indexed my repo instead of file. When searched through bing, it shows html code but noth the website view.

Try once again. It took me about 4 to 5 days for Google to index my page.

[MAILFERT-Sebastien]

It works! I did not choose the right option at the beggining!

[MAILFERT-Sebastien]

But the procedure does not work after this first step

[Benedito821]

allways getting the error Your verification file has the wrong content. Are you using the verification file that you downloaded here?
Although I uploaded it to my master branch

[xamidi]

This works for GitHub Pages, e.g. user.github.io, but not for GitHub repositories, e.g. github.com/user/repo.

[SIGMazer]

add some topics in the repo to help google to index the repo and also try to put the url in google console

[mituldas1999]

To improve the visibility and indexing of your repository by Google, you can:

Add Relevant Topics: Identify and include pertinent topics or keywords in your repository's description or topic section. These should reflect the main content or purpose of your repository.

Submit URL to Google Console: Use Google Search Console to submit the URL of your repository. This helps Google to discover and index your site more efficiently.

By implementing these steps, you increase the chances of your repository appearing in relevant search results, thereby enhancing its visibility on Google.

[ehsanwwe]

add some topics in the repo to help google to index the repo and also try to put the url in google console

can you enplane better ?
i think the only way is share the repo link in indexed website for example in famous forums

[mituldas1999]

It sounds like you're discussing how to increase the visibility or discoverability of a software repository. Sharing the repository link on indexed websites and famous forums is indeed a good strategy. Here's a breakdown of the main points:

Choose Relevant Platforms: Select forums or websites that are frequented by your target audience. For software or coding projects, consider platforms like GitHub, Stack Overflow, or specific technology forums.

Create Engaging Content: When you share your repository link, include an engaging description of what your project does, its benefits, and any unique features it has. This helps in attracting the interest of potential users or contributors.

Utilize SEO Practices: Ensure your post or description includes relevant keywords that people might use when searching for software or tools in your project's domain. This improves the chances of your post being easily found through search engines.

Engage with the Community: Don’t just post the link; engage with the community. Answer questions, provide support, and update your post with new features or versions of your software.

Leverage Social Media: In addition to forums, consider sharing your project on social media platforms, linking back to your repository. This can help in reaching a wider audience.

Network with Other Developers: Networking with other developers and asking them to share or contribute to your project can also help in increasing its visibility.

Remember, the key is not just to share the link but to engage with the audience and make your project stand out through clear communication and active participation in the community.

[ehsanwwe]

it is a logical way to indexing

[dzejkopjarosinski]

Well, I would do it like this:

1. Make sure that your repo is public.

2. Make sure that the name of your repo isn't too competitive in google:

   • For that you can use a keywor reserach tool like this one moz.com keyword tool

3. Make a manual request to index your repo:

   • You can do that here google search console

[ehsanwwe]

the last one is imposible

[taoliujun]

@JohnScience have you find a resolution?

[ehsanwwe]

i found , you should insert your repo link in a famous Website , for example blogs and ..
who sites have indexed every day in google Search engine

[ghost]

I guess these points would help,

• Ensure your repository has a clear and descriptive README file. This file should contain information about the project, how to use it, any prerequisites, and any other relevant details. Include keywords related to your project in the README.
• Make sure your repository is set to public so that search engines can index it. You can verify this in your repository setings.
• Consider using GitHub Pages to create a website for your project. This can enhance discoverability as GitHub Pages are indexed by search engines.
• Include relevant keywords in your repository's metadata, such as in the repository description, topics, and any other relevant fields.
• Link your repository from other places on the web, such as personal websites, social media profiles, forums, or blog posts.
• Search engine indexing can take time

[mu578]

Google doesn't index github repos -> code anymore since a while, that's what people are asking: how do I make my code "openly searchable / available"? People are still nostalgic about https://github.com/google/codesearch respawn anytime be our guest.

Instead of entertaining this silent war, GAFAM and others should collaborate on that. This is maybe one of the most recurrent unanswered and open topic, radio silence, conformism is the rule.

[Ronak-Ronu]

[montybasquiart]

Thank you. Will try it out.

[Farvez999]

Your repository is set to 'Public'

[Ronak-Ronu]

Yes .it is

[helio75011]

Response #1

[thenaserov]

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How can I add my package to Google search index?

Simply start a repo and make it valuable for people who may need it, I myself have the experience of making one of repos called "Multithredaing-in-cplusplus" quit hot so I got 10 forks and 30+ likes! if your repository gets more clicks and views, you surely will have it found in google search and stuff. Don't forget to make it PUBLIC.
Wish you the best of the bests

[gzk-x64]

Does anyone have a solution that works today?

[xamidi]

There is no way to make your GitHub repository immediately appear in Google search. A reliable way seemingly is to provide its link to an indexed site (e.g. a forum), and wait. Probably doing nothing and waiting also works, since GitHub is indexed — it's just a question of how fast Google's crawlers find your repo.

Regardless, it may take a while (weeks to months).

[coffeemug28]

I added my public repository 6 months ago, and it still is not available in Google.

I have tried the google search console thing, I added a github web page, tried to link to it from a different site, etc, but I was never successful.

I am not saying I did it correctly. Just wishing it was easier to do.

[DanBradbury]

Have repos that are 9 years old that never got indexed. would be great if I could just submit for other public repos to be indexed.

[xamidi]

@DanBradbury It probably played a role that

• your profile is private,
• you did not use topics (in repository details) for your repos, and
• most of your repos have no stars (thus do not show up in certain lists).

[Qwer-TeX]

Take a look at my repo, https://github.com/Qwer-TeX/minibox (No i'm not promoting my project, it serves as an example here),
If you google "minibox github" and keep scrolling you would see my repo.

I think the more watchers, views, stars, and contributers the repo has, the more there are chances that it would appear
first in the google result.

From my experience, its just how the google's algorithm works, though they haven exposed it, I think it's atleast something like that. For that reason, I also think that there are many great, brilliant projects out there hidden in the mists because of google's algorithm, we just don't get to see them, maybe even trying to scroll all the way down, yes, but who has time to keep scrolling all the way down?

[SumitBoz]

sounds intresting

[Qwer-TeX]

yea, it really does

[sumitrit]

sounds intereting

[Xelliese]

To get your package on Google, start by adding your site’s URL to Google Search Console. It’s super easy to do. Also, make sure you have a sitemap and submit that through Search Console too. I’ve found that good SEO practices, like having solid meta tags and useful content, make a big difference.

[PatoFlamejanteTV]

Thats automatic, just set your repo to 'Public' and Google and other engines (eg.: Bing, Yahoo, etc.).

[coffeemug28]

It doesn't work. I set my repo to public over 8 months ago, and it's still not indexed by Google.

[PatoFlamejanteTV]

It doesn't work. I set my repo to public over 8 months ago, and it's still not indexed by Google.

you mean the github pages link or the github code repo?

[PatoFlamejanteTV]

It doesn't work. I set my repo to public over 8 months ago, and it's still not indexed by Google.

The two kinds of links are automatic:

[coffeemug28]

I was addressing your comment that just setting a repository to public will add it to Google search. That's false.

[UnconnectedBedna]

I was addressing your comment that just setting a repository to public will add it to Google search. That's false.

Well, I have not set anything up, and the majority of my incoming traffic is from google.com on my insight page.
All I have done is post on a few forums and be helpful to others.
So just having the repo public is absolutely detectable by google.

And lately I have gotten one or a few hits from both bing and yandex (and iirc ddg) without doing anything special...

[UnconnectedBedna]

I want to get the verification for google search console so I can check where the users are coming from more detailed, but since my project is a script, I don't want to clutter it with unessecary files like a html file. And I cant find information on if It works to add the HTML tags in the README.md..
The <meta name="google-site-verification" content="--....." />

Can anybody shed some light on that?

[ThanhDatt25]

I found this solution on Stackoverflow, i think this should helpful for you

[GepingY]

I thought that answer is only for github page, but not repo?

[fadden]

There are two separate but related questions being answered here. The summary is:

You can get your "pages" site indexed, using Google search console, but you can't get the repo contents indexed.

Things used to be different, which is why there are 10-year-old posts saying otherwise. This is not a question of SEO, or of content being non-public; the search engines are simply not interested.

This is annoying for me, because I have a lot of documentation in markdown files that I would like to have indexed, but neither google nor bing are interested in them. Having direct links to the markdown content from HTML pages does not help -- the HTML pages are searchable, the linked MD is not. My only recourse appears to be to use an MD-to-HTML converter to generate searchable pages for the "pages" site.

[keyurpatel25]

i am recently check some new created account are index on goole thair profile more within 1 day and i check thair content they dont have any content i see only one repo liek .github name that its no any other content on thair profileand also i check they only wirte about me readme.md file how can they index thair account on git hub because its like a new account and i see many account this type and also thair owner are same becaus some content and format is same why thair account not flag by github and why they index within 1 day on google

[axioris]

My Github account was created a few years ago. And I just changed my username to another one.

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I think this will affect Google's SEO again. As u know, SEO keeps their engine a secret. I think the reason why the newly created account without any special content has appeared on Google is related to the github actions they took in previous times. Open to discuss each other.