Free SEO tool

Breadcrumb Schema Generator

Enter one line per level in the form Name | URL. The tool writes BreadcrumbList JSON LD that can show your site path in search results.

What is breadcrumb schema generator?

Breadcrumbs show where a page sits in a site, such as Home, then Tools, then Age Calculator. In search results, they can replace a long URL with a neat path.

This tool turns a simple list into the BreadcrumbList code that search engines read.

How to use the breadcrumb schema generator

  1. Type one level per line, with the name, a vertical bar and the full URL.
  2. Leave the URL empty on the last line, the current page.
  3. Copy the code into the page.

How the breadcrumb schema generator works

Each line becomes a ListItem with a position number, a name and an item URL. The result is wrapped in a BreadcrumbList object with the schema.org context.

Worked example

Three lines, Home, Tools and Age Calculator, create a three item trail with positions 1, 2 and 3.

Common uses of the breadcrumb schema generator

  • Blogs and category pages.
  • Shops with product categories.
  • Tool directories.
  • Documentation sites.
  • Improving search snippets.

Tips and common mistakes

The trail should match the visible breadcrumbs on the page.

Use the full URL including https:// on every item except the last.

Background: what to know before you rely on it

Breadcrumb trails do two jobs: they help visitors move up a level, and they give search engines a clear map of how pages relate. When the markup is valid, Google can show the path instead of the raw URL, which is easier to read on a phone. Keep the trail short, use plain names and make every item a real, working page. For sites with several possible paths to a page, choose the main category path and keep it consistent.

Private, free and fast

This tool runs entirely in your browser. What you type or choose is not uploaded to a server and is not saved after you close the page, which keeps it fast and private. It is free to use as often as you like. See more in all seo tools, or browse the full list of tools.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need visible breadcrumbs too?

Yes. The markup should match what users see.

Can a page have two trails?

It can, but one clear trail is best.

Is the last URL required?

No. The current page can be left without a URL.

Does it help SEO?

It helps search engines understand site structure and can improve how the result looks.

Related tools

Results are for information and education. For legal, financial, medical or security decisions, check with a qualified professional. Validate markup with search engine testing tools before publishing.