Google Search Console (GSC) previously Google Webmaster Tools (GWT) is a free tool owned by Google which allows webmasters to check the indexing status of their websites and assists in optimizing the SEO. Other than helping with the visibility, GSC also helps website owners check website statistics, find keywords used by users to find the website, and much more. To learn about removing a URL from indexing using GSC, read this help center article: How can I use Google's Search Console tool to remove indexing for my website?

How do I set up Google Search Console

To begin, go to https://www.google.com/webmasters/ and sign in using your Google account.

Once you have signed in, you will now need to add the site URL for your property. After you have added the URL, click on the 'ADD PROPERTY' button.

Google will now check the URL and automatically provide a 'Recommended verification method' and couple of other 'Other verification methods' to authenticate if the property belongs to you. Select the method to verify the ownership and click on the 'DONE' button on the bottom right.