To create an HTML sitemap on a Wix website, you need to manually build a dedicated page that includes links to all your important internal pages like homepage, service pages, blog posts, and more because Wix does not offer a built-in feature or plugin to automatically generate an HTML sitemap. While Wix does generate an XML sitemap for search engines, HTML sitemaps are separate, user-facing pages designed to help visitors (and crawlers) easily discover your site’s structure. These pages also contribute to better SEO by strengthening internal links and ensuring no important content is left hidden deep within your navigation.
If you’re using Wix and searching why there’s no easy “generate HTML sitemap” button for your users, you’re not alone. In this blog, we’ll walk through exactly how to build a manual HTML sitemap, whether semi-automation is possible through Wix’s Velo development platform, and explain why having one is still a smart move for SEO and usability, even on a visual builder like Wix.
What Is an HTML Sitemap and Why It Matters?
An HTML sitemap is a webpage on your site that lists and links to all the important pages in a structured, user-friendly way. Unlike an XML sitemap (which is mainly for search engines), HTML sitemaps are created for real people who might want to explore your site.
Benefits of an HTML Sitemap
- Helps users navigate your site faster
- Boosts internal linking (good for SEO)
- Helps search engines discover deep pages
- Acts as a fallback for pages not linked in menus
Even though Wix automatically creates an XML sitemap for Google, an HTML sitemap adds a layer of user accessibility and crawlability that can improve experience and visibility.
Why Wix Doesn’t Offer a Built-In HTML Sitemap
Wix simplifies website creation by abstracting away many technical details, but that also means you don’t get plugin-style flexibility like in WordPress.
Wix:
- Does not auto-generate HTML sitemaps
- Doesn’t have plugins to do it for you
- Has limitations on auto-updating static pages
So, you need to create it manually or implement semi-automated options using Velo (Wix’s developer tools).
How to Manually Create an HTML Sitemap in Wix? (Step by Step)
Step 1: Create a New Sitemap Page
- Open your Wix Editor
- Go to Menus & Pages
- Click “+ Add Page”
- Name the page “Sitemap” or “HTML Sitemap”
- Click “Hide from Menu” unless you want it visible in your navigation
This creates the page shell where you’ll build your sitemap.
Step 2: Add Text or Button Elements With Links
In your new Sitemap page:
- Use Text elements or Buttons
- For each important page, add a clickable link
Example structure:
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- Home
- About
- Contact
- Services
Blog Posts
- How to Improve Site Speed
- What Is Keyword Cannibalization?
You can use simple bullet lists, or structure with boxes, columns, or stylized sections. Keep it user-friendly and readable.
Make sure:
- All links are internal
- Links open in the same tab
- You’re not adding broken URLs
Pro Tip: Use Anchor Text, Not URLs
Instead of writing:
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Write:
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Then hyperlink “About Us” to the actual page. This improves both SEO and user experience.
A Real Life Scenario
Let’s say you run a travel blog on Wix with 25 destination pages and 40 blog posts. Only a few are linked in your menu. A user who wants to explore everything has no easy way to navigate.
By creating an HTML sitemap:
- You offer a full index of your content
- Users stay longer on your site
- You improve your internal link structure
- Google has more context about your page relationships
Want to Automate? Use Velo (Optional for Developers)
If you’re comfortable with basic coding, Velo by Wix lets you dynamically display collections of pages, like blog posts or products, using repeaters.
For example, to display all blog posts automatically:
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$w.onReady(function () {
wixData.query("Blog/Posts")
.find()
.then((results) => {
$w("#repeater").data = results.items;
});
});
You’ll need:
- A repeater element on the page
- Data bindings set for title, URL, and optional summaries
This way, new blog posts get added to your sitemap automatically, a great middle ground between manual effort and automation.
Don’t Forget SEO Best Practices
Make sure to:
- Use H2 and H3 headings to organize sections
- Include short intro content like: “This sitemap helps you find important pages on our site”
- Set the page to be indexable in SEO Settings
- Link to this page from your footer or About page
- Submit it to Google Search Console if needed
Optional: Add schema markup if you want to go the extra mile, though it’s not required for HTML sitemaps.
Creating an HTML sitemap in Wix might sound tricky, but it’s actually straightforward, and powerful.
- For beginners: manually build your page using links and sections
- For advanced users: use Velo to dynamically pull content like blog posts or product listings
A well-made HTML sitemap improves navigation, SEO, and usability, and makes sure your site is working for both humans and bots.