GLOSSARY TERM
Discovered – currently not indexed
Google knows the URL exists but hasn't crawled it yet.
Updated June 2026
What it means
A Search Console status meaning the URL was found (e.g. via sitemap) but never visited — usually a crawl-budget issue.
Why it matters for indexing
The page can't be indexed until it's crawled, and weak discovery signals keep it waiting.
How to check it
Filter the Page indexing report for this status, then check internal links and sitemap inclusion.
How FastIndexing helps
We fire stronger discovery signals — sitemap ping, IndexNow, internal-link and authority signals — to get it crawled.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'Discovered – currently not indexed' mean?
Google knows the URL exists (e.g. from your sitemap) but hasn't crawled it yet — usually a crawl-budget or discovery-signal issue.
How do I fix 'Discovered – currently not indexed'?
Strengthen discovery: internal links, sitemap inclusion, and active submission — and make sure the server responds quickly so Google crawls it.