How to configure Google Search Console

  1. Visit https://www.google.com/webmasters/tools
  2. Sign in with your Google account (account can be created for free on https://accounts.google.com/SignUp)
  3. On the Welcome page, add the site you wish to optimize
    Google Search Console Welcome page
    Google Search Console Welcome page
  4. Select a method to verify that you own the domain name.
    Google Search Console Verification
    Google Search Console Verification
  5. It is recommended that you add domain names with and without www to the search console.
  6. Once both domain names are added and verify, you can pick the preferred domain under Site Settings
    Google Search Console Site Settings
    Google Search Console Site Settings
  7. Select the country you are targeting under International Targeting > Country
    Google Search Console International Targeting
    Google Search Console International Targeting
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