What Is a Robots.txt Tester and Why You Should Use It
A robots.txt tester checks if your robots.txt file works correctly. It shows whether specific bots are allowed or blocked for any URL on your site. This helps you make sure you are blocking the right bots and not accidentally blocking Google. Our free tool tests your rules instantly.
How to Use This Tool — Step by Step
1
Enter Your Robots.txt
Paste your robots.txt rules or enter your website to load them.
2
Add a Test URL
Type a page URL you want to check, like yoursite.com/page.
3
Choose a Bot
Pick which bot to test, such as Googlebot or GPTBot.
4
See the Result
The tool shows if that bot is allowed or blocked for that URL.
Key Benefits
Avoid Costly Mistakes
Make sure you are not accidentally blocking Google from your important pages.
Verify Your Blocks
Confirm that AI bots like GPTBot are correctly blocked from your content.
Test Any URL
Check the rules for any page on your site, for any bot you choose.
Free and Instant
Test your robots.txt rules in seconds, with no cost and no sign-up.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why should I test my robots.txt?
To make sure it works as intended. A small mistake could block Google or fail to block AI bots.
Can I test for specific bots?
Yes. You can check how your rules apply to Googlebot, GPTBot, and many other bots.
What if a bot is blocked by mistake?
Fix your robots.txt rules and test again. This tool helps you catch and correct errors fast.