Site Search Paths for Bing, Yahoo, and Bravo

[megri]

Bing:

• Basic syntax: site:website.com keyword
• Example: site:example.com cats

Yahoo:

• Basic syntax: site:website.com keyword
• Example: site:example.com dogs

Bravo:

• Basic syntax: site:website.com keyword
• Example: site:example.com birds

Note: The syntax for site search is generally consistent across major search engines. However, there might be slight variations or advanced features specific to each search engine.

Additional Tips:

• Use quotation marks: For exact phrase searches, enclose the keywords in quotation marks.
• Combine operators: Refine your search by using operators like AND, OR, and NOT.
• Check search engine help: Refer to the specific search engine's help section for more advanced search techniques.

By following these guidelines, you can effectively search for information within specific websites using Bing, Yahoo, and Bravo.

[Mohit Rana]

To ensure your website is indexed by Bing and Yahoo, you need to follow specific submission paths since Yahoo's search results are powered by Bing. Here’s how to effectively submit your site to both search engines:

Submitting Your Site to Bing and Yahoo

1. Bing Webmaster Tools:
   • The primary method for submitting your site to both Bing and Yahoo is through Bing Webmaster Tools. Yahoo does not have its own webmaster tools, so all submissions go through Bing.
   • To get started, visit the Bing Webmaster Tools homepage and log in using your Microsoft, Google, or Facebook account.
2. Adding Your Site:
   • Enter the URL of your homepage and click "Add." Ensure you include the correct protocol (http/https) and any subdomains (like www).
3. Verification:
   • You must verify ownership of your site. There are three methods to do this:
     • XML File: Download a verification file and upload it to your website.
     • Meta Tag: Copy a meta tag provided by Bing and paste it into the head section of your website.
     • CNAME Record: Add a CNAME record to your DNS settings.
4. Sitemap Submission:
   • After verification, you can submit a sitemap to help Bing crawl your site more effectively. If you don’t have a sitemap, you can submit individual URLs using the URL submission tool in Bing Webmaster Tools.
5. Wait for Indexing:
   • Once submitted, it may take several days for Bing to crawl your site and reflect changes in search results. Typically, it can take 6 to 8 weeks for content to appear in Yahoo search results after submission.