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SEO Basics: How Robots.txt Controls Search Engine Crawlers
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EaseBowl Editorial Team
Mar 5, 2025
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SEO Basics: How Robots.txt Controls Search Engine Crawlers
The robots.txt file is the first thing a bot looks for. It tells Google what to ignore.
Key Directives
- User-agent: The target bot.
- Disallow: Paths to skip.
- Sitemap: Where your map lives.
Use our Robots.txt Generator to build your file correctly.
FAQ
Q: Does robots.txt hide pages from users? A: No. It only talks to bots.
Q: Can I block specific bots?
A: Yes, you can target agents like GPTBot.
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