agent-ready-ai-rules

Configure robots.txt Allow and Disallow rules for AI crawlers per RFC 9309.

47|4|Updated Feb 21, 2026

Search Tags:#web security #seo #robots.txt #ai crawlers #gptbot #bot access control #rfc 9309

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npx skills add https://github.com/fabricioctelles/skills --skill agent-ready-ai-rules

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Skill: agent-ready-ai-rules
Source: https://github.com/fabricioctelles/skills/tree/main/skills/agent-ready-cloudflare/ai-rules
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fabricioctelles/skills --skill agent-ready-ai-rules

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps website owners control how AI crawlers access their content by creating explicit robots.txt rules that reflect their content policy.

Core Features & Use Cases

AI Crawler Directives: Adds explicit User-agent blocks for major AI crawlers, including GPTBot, OAI-SearchBot, Claude-Web, Google-Extended, and others.
Content Access Policies: Configures Allow and Disallow rules for controlling crawler access to site content.
Validation Guidance: Explains how to verify AI bot access controls through the Is It Agent Ready scanning API.
Use Case: Apply this Skill when preparing a website for AI search visibility while retaining control over which automated systems can crawl its content.

Quick Start

Use the agent-ready-ai-rules skill to configure explicit AI crawler access rules in my website's robots.txt according to its content policy.

Frequently Asked Questions about agent-ready-ai-rules

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I control AI crawlers in my robots.txt file?▼

Control AI crawlers by adding dedicated User-agent blocks to your robots.txt with explicit Allow or Disallow directives for bots like GPTBot and Claude-Web. This creates clear access rules reflecting your site's content policy.

What is RFC 9309 compliance for AI bot access control?▼

RFC 9309 compliance means structuring your robots.txt with valid User-agent and Allow/Disallow directives that AI crawlers can parse. Following this standard ensures automated systems correctly interpret your content access policies.

Can I block GPTBot and Claude-Web while allowing Google-Extended?▼

Yes, you can block GPTBot and Claude-Web while allowing Google-Extended by creating separate User-agent blocks in your robots.txt. Assign specific Disallow directives to restrict crawlers and Allow directives to grant access.

How do I verify my robots.txt AI crawler rules are working?▼

Verify your AI bot access controls by running an agent-readiness scan using the Is It Agent Ready API. This validation checks whether your robots.txt directives correctly enforce your intended AI crawler policies.

Do I need separate User-agent blocks for each AI crawler?▼

Yes, you need dedicated User-agent blocks for each AI crawler to configure explicit access rules. Defining individual blocks for GPTBot, Claude-Web, and others ensures precise control over which automated systems can crawl your content.