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# How to Change Delay Time for Bulk URL Removals Tool

Learn how to adjust the delay settings in search console's URL removal tool to speed up bulk content removal while avoiding rate limits

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### Step-by-Step Guide for Setting URL Removal Delay

1. **Navigate to the Tool**\
   Go to the URL removal tool in your Google Search Console or Bing Webmaster Tools.
2. **Access Removal Settings**\
   Scroll down to the "Removals Settings" section.
3. **Locate Delay Setting**\
   Find the "Delay (seconds)" field.
4. **Modify Delay Time**

   * Delete the existing value in the input box.
   * Enter your desired delay time in seconds.

   **Tip:**

   * Use a larger number (5-10) to reduce the chance of rate limiting.
   * Use a smaller number (1-2) for quicker processing.
5. **Automatic Application**\
   The setting applies automatically; no save button is needed. The unit "seconds" will appear on the right side of the input field.