Generate Robots.txt File
Create professional robots.txt files to control search engine crawling
Robots.txt Generator Tool
Create professional robots.txt files to control search engine crawling. Configure user agents, crawl delays, and directory permissions.
Understanding Robots.txt
Learn how robots.txt files control search engine crawling and indexing
What is Robots.txt
A robots.txt file is a simple text file that tells web crawlers which pages or sections of your website they can or cannot access.
File Location
The robots.txt file must be placed in the root directory of your website (e.g., www.example.com/robots.txt).
SEO Impact
Properly configured robots.txt files help search engines efficiently crawl your site and prevent indexing of unwanted content.
How to Create Robots.txt
Follow these simple steps to generate and implement your robots.txt file
1
Configure Directives
Set up user-agent rules and specify which directories to allow or disallow.
2
Add Sitemaps
Include sitemap URLs to help search engines discover your content.
3
Set Crawl Delay
Optionally configure crawl delays to control server load from crawlers.
4
Upload File
Upload the generated file to your website's root directory as robots.txt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about robots.txt files
About Robots.txt
What is a robots.txt file?
A robots.txt file is a standard used by websites to communicate with web crawlers and search engine robots. It tells them which pages or sections of your website they are allowed to crawl and which they should ignore.
Is robots.txt mandatory?
No, robots.txt is not mandatory, but it's highly recommended for SEO purposes. Without it, search engines will crawl your entire site, which may include pages you don't want indexed like admin areas or duplicate content.
Configuration & Best Practices
What should I disallow in robots.txt?
Common directories to disallow include admin areas (/admin/, /wp-admin/), private content (/private/), duplicate content, search result pages, and any pages that don't add value for search engine users.
Should I include sitemap URLs?
Yes! Including sitemap URLs in your robots.txt file helps search engines discover and crawl your content more efficiently. You can include multiple sitemaps for different types of content (pages, images, news).
Common Issues & Solutions
Can robots.txt block search engines completely?
Robots.txt can only suggest what not to crawl - it's not legally binding. Most reputable search engines respect robots.txt, but malicious bots may ignore it. For sensitive content, use password protection or server-level blocks.
How often should I update robots.txt?
Update your robots.txt file whenever you add new sections to your website, change your site structure, or want to modify crawling permissions. Most search engines check robots.txt regularly, so changes take effect quickly.
Privacy & Security
All robots.txt generation is performed client-side in your browser. No data is transmitted to our servers, ensuring complete privacy and security of your website configuration and directives.