GSCTool.com Extension
  • Getting Started
    • 🥳Introduction
    • 🏂How to Install
    • 😎Overview of Key Features
    • 👨‍💻Chat Support
    • 🔐Manage License & Devices
      • 🔑How to Activate License
      • 💻Unlink or Deactivate Device
      • 🔍Find Your Purchase License
    • ✍️Blog
      • 🤖Save Time with Google Search Console's Bulk URL Removal Tool
      • 😲How to remove hacked pages from Google Search or Bing and clean up your website
      • 👾How to extract 200k URLs from a Large XML Sitemap
  • Features
    • ⚙️Google Search Console Enhancements
      • 🛠️Full Width Console View
      • 💾Save Main Menu State
      • 📈Percentage Changes in Compare Mode
    • 🧙‍♂️Google Indexing
      • 🥳How to Get a Google JSON Key
      • 📙Multiple Service Accounts
      • 👨‍🚀Bulk URL Instant Indexing for Google
      • 🤖How to Bulk Submit Sitemap URLs
    • 🤖Bulk URL Inspection Google Search Console Tool
    • 🗑️Bulk URL Removals Google Search Console
    • 🗑️Bulk Block URLs in Bing Webmaster Tool
    • 🤩Bulk URL Index to Bing, Yandex with IndexNow
    • 📈Export More Than 1,000 Rows from Google Search Console Using API
    • 🆓Free Tools
      • 🌐Free XML Sitemap URL Extractor
      • 🤖How to Bulk Submit Sitemap URLs
      • 📚How to Export Clap and Comment Counts from Medium Articles
      • 📌Telegram Bot: Pinterest Images & Video Downloader
      • ▶️Pinterest Images & Video Downloader
      • The Ultimate Favicon Generator
      • Analyze top Chrome extensions for Chrome extension developers
      • WebExtension.net: An Upgraded Version of the Chrome Web Store
      • Shopify App and Theme Detector
      • Google Ads Transparency Center Data Exporter
      • How to Use a YouTube Transcript Extractor: A Step-by-Step Guide
      • Clipboard History: Copy & Paste ✨ Manager
      • 🔍Chrome Web Store Keyword Research Tool
    • 😍Bing Webmaster Tools
      • 🔑How to get Bing Webmaster Tools API Key
      • 🤖How to Bulk Submit Bing Webmaster Tool Sitemap URLs
  • Troubleshooting
    • 🥺How to Uninstall
    • 1️⃣Try uninstalling and then reinstalling the extension
    • 2️⃣How to Create a New Profile for Chrome
    • 🐞How to fix "Invalid Google JSON Key!" issue
    • How to Change Delay Time for Bulk URL Removals Tool
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  • Introduction: The Reluctant Webmaster's Tale
  • What Is Google Search Console?
  • Why Remove URLs?
  • The Dreaded Manual Method
  • Enter the Bulk URL Removal Tool 🛠️
  • Pro Tips for Using the Bulk URL Removal Tool
  • Reflective Summary: Embrace the Tools

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Save Time with Google Search Console's Bulk URL Removal Tool

Discover how to save time and improve your website's SEO by using the Bulk URL Removal Tool in Google Search Console. Learn step-by-step instructions, pro tips, and more!

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Introduction: The Reluctant Webmaster's Tale

Picture this: It's a sunny afternoon, and I'm sitting at my desk with a cup of coffee, feeling quite accomplished.

My website's launching today! But wait... 😲

My coffee nearly spills as I realize I've got a bunch of outdated URLs cluttering up my Google Search Console. Panic sets in.

Do I have to delete them one by one?!

There must be a better way, right?

Well, dear reader, there is!

Let's dive into the whimsical world of Google Search Console's Bulk URL Removal Tool and save our sanity together. ☕️

What Is Google Search Console?

Before we dive headlong into the nitty-gritty, let's set the stage.

Google Search Console (GSC) is like the Swiss Army knife for webmasters. It helps you monitor, maintain, and troubleshoot your site's presence in Google Search results.

🚀 Whether you're troubleshooting crawl errors or just checking out how many people are visiting your blog about gourmet dog food recipes (yes, it's a thing), GSC is your best friend.

Why Remove URLs?

Now, why on Earth would you want to delete URLs? Good question! Here are a couple of reasons:

  1. Outdated Content: Maybe you wrote an article about "Top 10 VCRs of 1995" and, let's face it, no one's looking for that anymore.

  2. Duplicate Content: Duplicate content can confuse search engines and harm your SEO.

  3. Sensitive Information: Sometimes, you might accidentally publish sensitive info that needs to be removed ASAP.

Removing these URLs can help clean up your site and improve its SEO health. 🧹

The Dreaded Manual Method

Once upon a time, webmasters had to remove URLs manually. This process involved:

  1. Open GSC: Navigate to the "Removals" section.

  2. Enter URL: Copy-paste the URL you want to remove.

  3. Submit Request: Click submit and wait for Google to process it.

Now, rinse and repeat for every single URL.

😩 Imagine doing this for hundreds of URLs!

It's like trying to bail out a sinking ship with a teaspoon.

Enter the Bulk URL Removal Tool 🛠️

Here comes the hero of our story: the Bulk URL Removal Tool. This magical feature allows you to remove multiple URLs in one go. No more teaspoon bailing!

How to Use the Bulk URL Removal Tool

Here's your step-by-step guide to bulk URL removal:

Step 1: Prepare Your List of URLs

First, gather all the URLs you want to remove. You can use a simple text editor like Notepad or an Excel sheet to list them. Ensure each URL is on a new line.

The CSV should look like this:

URL
https://www.example.com/page1
https://www.example.com/page2
https://www.example.com/page3

Step 2: Install the GSCTool.com Extension

Step 3: Import Your List into GSCTool.com Extension

Open the GSCTool.com extension, find the Removals feature, click Import and upload your CSV file.

Step 4: Access Google Search Console

Log in to your GSC account and navigate to the Removals section.

Step 5: Start

Click the Start button, lean back, and sip your coffee.

🍵 You've just saved yourself a ton of time and effort.

This extension needs to keep the tab open and doesn't run in the background. Let it simulate your actions and run.

Pro Tips for Using the Bulk URL Removal Tool

  1. Double-Check Your List: Make sure the URLs are correct. You don't want to accidentally remove your homepage!

  2. Backup: Always keep a backup of your URLs before deleting them, just in case you need to refer back.

  3. Monitor: After submission, keep an eye on your GSC to ensure the removals are processed correctly.

Reflective Summary: Embrace the Tools

Ah, what a journey we've been on!

From the initial panic of manual removal to the sweet relief of the Bulk URL Removal Tool, it's been a ride.

🎢 The key takeaway here is to embrace the tools at your disposal. Google Search Console offers a plethora of features designed to make your life easier. Use them!

So, the next time you're faced with a horde of unwanted URLs, don't fret. Just remember the Bulk URL Removal Tool, and you'll be back to sipping your coffee in no time.

External Links:

To install the extension, visit the for the GSCTool.com Extension. This tool supports both Google Search Console and Bing Webmaster Tools.

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Import Your List into GSCTool.com Extension
Log in to your GSC account and navigate to the Removals section.