Article Schema Generator
Create structured data markup for news articles, blog posts, and editorial content. Get featured in Google News, Top Stories carousel, and enhanced search results with rich snippets.
Article schema helps your content appear in Google News and Top Stories. Required fields are marked with *. Supports Article, NewsArticle, and BlogPosting types. Learn more about Article markup →
Image Requirements: Provide at least one image (minimum 1200px wide recommended). For best results across all Google surfaces, include images in multiple aspect ratios: 1:1 (square), 4:3, and 16:9.
How to Add Article Schema
Get your content featured in Google News, Top Stories carousel, and enhanced search results with proper Article structured data markup.
Where to Place the Code
Add the JSON-LD code to the <head> section of your article page. The schema should accurately reflect the visible content on the page to avoid penalties.
- Place in <head> section of individual article pages
- Ensure markup matches visible content exactly
- Use canonical URLs in mainEntityOfPage
- Update dateModified when content changes
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "NewsArticle",
"headline": "Your Article Title",
"author": { "@type": "Person", "name": "Author" },
"publisher": { "@type": "Organization", "name": "Publisher" },
"datePublished": "2024-01-15T08:00:00+00:00"
}
</script>
Validation Checklist
Required Properties Present
Headline, image, author, publisher, and datePublished are essential
Image Specifications
Minimum 1200px wide, multiple aspect ratios (1:1, 4:3, 16:9) recommended
Author Markup Complete
Use Person type with URL linking to author profile page
Test Before Publishing
Use Google's Rich Results Test and URL Inspection tool
Choose the Right Article Type
Select the most specific schema type for your content. Using the correct type helps Google categorize and display your content appropriately.
📰 NewsArticle
Use for timely news content, breaking news, and journalism. Required for Google News inclusion.
📝 BlogPosting
Use for blog posts, opinion pieces, and informal articles. Best for content marketing.
📄 Article
Generic type for evergreen content, research papers, and educational content.
Best Practices for Article Schema
Follow these guidelines to maximize visibility and ensure compliance with Google's structured data policies.
🖼️ Multiple Image Ratios
Include images in 1:1 (square), 4:3, and 16:9 ratios for optimal display across Google News, Discover, and Search.
👤 Link Author Profiles
Author URLs should point to dedicated bio pages with credentials, social profiles, and other articles.
🏢 Publisher Logo
Use a transparent PNG logo (minimum 600x60px) for crisp display in Google News and Top Stories.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't markup invisible or behind-paywall content
- Don't use generic Article type when NewsArticle applies
- Don't forget to update dateModified on revisions
- Don't include promotional text in headline property
- Don't use placeholder or stock images