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robots.txt for AI: Optimal Configuration Guide for AI Crawlers

<p>Your <code>robots.txt</code> is the <strong>first thing AI crawlers read</strong>.</p><h2>Recommended Strategy</h2><p>Allow search AI crawlers (GPTBot, ClaudeBot, PerplexityBot) while blocking training crawlers (CCBot, Google-Extended).</p><h2>Watch for WAF</h2><p>Even with perfect robots.txt, an overly restrictive WAF can block AI crawlers. AI Labs Audit automatically tests real access.</p>
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Davy Abderrahman

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Specialist in AI visibility (AEO/GEO/LLMO), I help agencies and consultants measure and optimize their clients' presence on ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity and other AI answer engines. Pioneer in AI visibility auditing since December 2025.

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