Robots.txt Generator

Build standard crawler rules, blocked paths, a sitemap directive, and optional AI-bot policies.

Configure crawler access
Used to add the sitemap URL.
Generated robots.txt


                

                     How to use:
                    
    
                        
  1. Copy the generated text above
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  2. Create or edit the robots.txt file in your website's root directory
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  3. Paste the content and save
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  4. Test at: https://yoursite.com/robots.txt
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Create a Robots.txt File for Your Website

    

      The Robots.txt Generator helps you create crawler access rules for your website in a simple, copy-ready format. Add your website URL, choose whether to include a sitemap directive, enter paths you want to block, and select crawler policies based on how you want automated bots to access your site.
    

    

      This tool is useful for website owners, developers, agencies, publishers, online stores, SaaS websites, blogs, and technical teams that need a quick way to build a clean robots.txt file without writing every rule manually.
    

  






  


    
Why Use This Robots.txt Generator?


    

      

        
Fast Rule Creation

        

          Generate standard robots.txt rules quickly using simple form fields instead of writing directives from scratch.
        

      


      


        
Block Specific Paths

        

          Add paths you do not want crawlers to access, such as private folders, test pages, admin areas, or low-value sections.
        

      


      


        
Sitemap Directive Option

        

          Include a sitemap line so crawlers can find your XML sitemap from the robots.txt file.
        

      


      


        
AI Bot Policy Controls

        

          Choose crawler access settings for selected AI-related bots and generate rules that match your preferred policy.
        

      

    

  






  


    
How the Robots.txt Generator Works

    
    
      
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        Enter your website URL: Add your domain so the tool can prepare the sitemap directive if selected.
      
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        Choose sitemap option: Include or remove the sitemap directive depending on your website setup.
      
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        Add blocked paths: Enter paths you want crawlers to avoid, one path per line.
      
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        Select crawler policy: Choose a general policy or select specific bots to block.
      
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        Generate and copy: Create the robots.txt output, then copy or download it for your website.
      
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Mini Guide: What Is a Robots.txt File?


    

      A robots.txt file is a plain text file placed in the root directory of a website. It gives crawlers instructions about which areas of the website they may or may not access. It is commonly used to guide search crawlers, reduce unnecessary crawling, and prevent certain sections from being requested by automated bots.
    


    

      A robots.txt file usually contains user-agent rules, allow or disallow directives, and sometimes a sitemap directive. The user-agent line identifies which crawler the rule applies to. The disallow line tells that crawler which path should not be accessed.
    


    

      Robots.txt is useful, but it is not a security tool. It should not be used to protect private data, customer information, admin panels, or confidential files. Sensitive content should be protected with login access, permissions, server rules, or other proper security controls.
    


    
What Can You Add to Robots.txt?

    
    
      
  • General crawler rules for all bots.
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  • Specific rules for selected user agents.
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  • Blocked paths such as admin, search, cart, test, or duplicate sections.
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  • A sitemap directive pointing to your XML sitemap.
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  • AI crawler access rules based on your website policy.
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Simple Robots.txt Example

    

      A basic robots.txt file may look like this:
    


    
User-agent: *
Disallow: /admin/
Disallow: /test/
Sitemap: https://example.com/sitemap.xml

  






  

    
Who Can Use This Tool?

    

      This Robots.txt Generator is useful for anyone who manages a website and wants a simple way to create crawler access instructions.
    


    
    
      
  • Website owners creating a robots.txt file for a new site.
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  • Developers preparing crawler rules during website launch.
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  • Agencies creating robots.txt files for client websites.
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  • E-commerce stores blocking cart, checkout, search, or account pages.
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  • Blogs and publishers managing crawler access to archive or tag pages.
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  • SaaS websites controlling access to app, login, help, and documentation sections.
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  • Technical teams reviewing AI bot access policies.
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Best Practices for Robots.txt Files


    

      Keep your robots.txt file clear and easy to understand. Use simple path rules and avoid adding unnecessary directives that may conflict with each other.
    


    

      Do not block important public pages by mistake. If you want pages to appear in search results, make sure your robots.txt rules do not prevent crawlers from accessing those pages.
    


    

      Use the sitemap directive when your website has an XML sitemap. This helps crawlers find your sitemap location from one standard file.
    


    

      Review bot-specific rules carefully before publishing. A small mistake in a user-agent or disallow rule can block more content than intended.
    


    

      After uploading your robots.txt file, test it by opening https://yourdomain.com/robots.txt in a browser and checking that the live output matches your intended rules.
    

  






  


    
Where to Upload Robots.txt


    

      Save the generated output as a plain text file named robots.txt. Upload it to the root directory of your website. For example, if your website is https://example.com, the file should open at https://example.com/robots.txt.
    


    

      If the file opens from a different folder, crawlers may not treat it as the main robots.txt file. Always use the root location for the domain you want to control.
    

  






  


    
Common Robots.txt Mistakes to Avoid


    
    
      
  • Blocking the entire website by accident with Disallow: /.
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  • Uploading the file to the wrong folder instead of the root directory.
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  • Using robots.txt as a security method for private pages.
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  • Blocking important CSS, JavaScript, image, product, or content pages.
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  • Forgetting to include a sitemap directive when an XML sitemap exists.
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  • Using incorrect user-agent names for crawler-specific rules.
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  • Not testing the live robots.txt file after publishing changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions


    

      What is a Robots.txt Generator?
      

        A Robots.txt Generator is a tool that creates crawler access rules for a website in a copy-ready robots.txt format.
      

    


    

      What information do I need to use this tool?
      

        You can enter your website URL, choose whether to include a sitemap directive, add blocked paths, and select crawler access policies.
      

    


    

      Where should I upload the robots.txt file?
      

        Save the generated output as robots.txt and upload it to the root directory of your website.
      

    


    

      Can robots.txt protect private pages?
      

        No. Robots.txt is not a security feature. Private pages should be protected with login access, permissions, or server-level restrictions.
      

    


    

      What does Disallow mean in robots.txt?
      

        Disallow tells a crawler which path it should not access. For example, Disallow: /admin/ asks crawlers not to visit the admin folder.
      

    


    

      Should I include my sitemap in robots.txt?
      

        Yes, if your website has an XML sitemap, adding a sitemap directive can help crawlers find it more easily.
      

    


    

      Can I block specific AI bots?
      

        Yes. This tool lets you choose policies for selected AI-related crawlers and generate matching robots.txt rules.
      

    


    

      Does this tool upload robots.txt automatically?
      

        No. The tool generates copy-ready text. You need to create the file and upload it to your website yourself.