TL;DR: Yes. Internal links are one of the best ways to help Google discover new pages faster and understand what they’re about.
Why Internal Links Speed Up Indexing
Google finds new pages by following links. If your new page has zero internal links pointing to it, Google may not discover it quickly (or it may treat it like a low-priority URL).
What Counts As A Good Internal Link?
- From an already-indexed page
- Placed in a relevant spot (not a random footer link list)
- Uses descriptive anchor text (what the linked page is about)
How Many Internal Links Should You Add For Indexing?
A good starting point:
- New page: add 2–5 internal links pointing to it
- From: homepage (if relevant), service page, category page, or related blog posts
Simple “Fast Discovery” Method:
- Pick one page Google already visits often (homepage or a popular post).
- Add a contextual link to the new page.
- Add 1–3 more links from related pages.
- Request indexing in Search Console.
Bonus Tip: Link Both Ways
When it makes sense, also link back from the new page to the older page. This strengthens the topic relationship and helps readers keep moving.
