WebSite & Sitelinks SearchBox Schema
Generate Google-recommended Schema.org WebSite structured data to power brand Knowledge Panels and Sitelinks SearchBoxes.
{search_term_string} placeholder as mandated by Google.
What is the WebSite & Sitelinks SearchBox Schema?
The WebSite & Sitelinks SearchBox Schema is a specialized JSON-LD structured data format defined by Schema.org and officially endorsed by Google. When installed on your homepage, it formally identifies your brand name and provides an authoritative SearchAction endpoint, allowing Google to render a dedicated internal search box directly below your site's main search result snippet.
Key Capabilities & Features
Google Sitelinks Searchbox Trigger
Integrates Google-required potentialAction: SearchAction and query-input: required name=search_term_string.
Brand Entity & Alternate Names
Provides Google's Knowledge Graph with canonical brand names and acronyms to prevent name ambiguity.
One-Click Google Rich Test
Instantly test the code on Google's Rich Results Test tool before placing it on your production homepage.
100% Client-Side Privacy
Generates code entirely in your web browser with zero API dependencies or server footprint.
Where Should WebSite Schema Be Placed?
Google's official guidelines explicitly state that WebSite schema should only be placed on your homepage (e.g. https://example.com/), not on every individual article or blog post. Placing it across every page creates redundant structured data that Google ignores.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why doesn't the Sitelinks Search Box show up immediately after adding schema? ▼
Google's algorithms decide whether to display the search box based on search volume and brand navigational intent. Adding the schema makes your site mathematically eligible once Google determines user demand justifies it.
Does my website need an actual working search engine? ▼
Yes! The URL template specified in urlTemplate must direct users to a functional internal search results page on your website.