Person Schema Generator
Create structured data for individuals, authors, public figures, and team members. Build Knowledge Panels and enhance personal brand visibility in Google Search.
Person schema helps Google create Knowledge Panels and connect social profiles. Include sameAs links to Wikipedia, LinkedIn, Twitter, and other authoritative sources. Required fields marked with *. Learn more about Person markup →
Pro Tip: Include sameAs links to authoritative profiles (Wikipedia, LinkedIn, Twitter) to help Google connect and verify the person’s identity across the web. This strengthens Knowledge Panel eligibility.
How to Add Person Schema
Build Knowledge Panels and establish authority by marking up personal profiles, author pages, and team member bios with structured data.
Where to Place the Code
Add the JSON-LD code to the <head> section of personal profile pages, author bios, or "About Me" pages. Person schema helps Google verify identity and connect social profiles.
- Individual profile pages with dedicated URLs
- Author pages showing all articles by the person
- Team member pages on company websites
- "About" pages for personal brands and influencers
{
"@context": "https://schema.org",
"@type": "Person",
"name": "John Smith",
"jobTitle": "SEO Director",
"sameAs": [
"https://linkedin.com/in/johnsmith",
"https://twitter.com/johnsmith"
]
}
</script>
Validation Checklist
Required: Name
Full legal or professional name must be included
Strongly Recommended: sameAs
Links to authoritative profiles (Wikipedia, LinkedIn, Twitter)
Recommended: Image
High-quality headshot (min 400x400px) for Knowledge Panels
Validate with Rich Results Test
Ensure no errors before publishing
Perfect Use Cases for Person Schema
Person schema is essential for anyone looking to establish online authority. Google uses this data to create Knowledge Panels and connect information across the web.
Content Authors
Connect articles to writer bios and social profiles
Executives
C-suite profiles and thought leadership pages
Speakers
Event speakers, podcast hosts, and influencers
Team Members
Agency staff pages and company directories
Best Practices for Person Schema
Follow these guidelines to maximize the chances of earning a Knowledge Panel and ensuring accurate representation across Google's ecosystem.
🔗 Link to Authoritative Sources
Include Wikipedia and official social profiles in sameAs. Google uses these to verify identity and cross-reference information.
🖼️ Use Professional Headshots
Images should be high-resolution (400x400px minimum), clearly show the face, and match profile photos used on social platforms.
🔄 Keep Information Consistent
Ensure name, job title, and company match across all profiles. Inconsistencies can prevent Knowledge Panel generation.
Important: Person schema should only be used for actual individuals. Do not use for fictional characters, pseudonyms without real identity, or company representatives acting on behalf of an organization (use Organization schema instead).