What is robots.txt Validator?
The robots.txt Validator analyzes robots.txt syntax, validates User-agent rules, and tests URL crawl permissions for search engine bots (Googlebot, Bingbot, DuckDuckBot).
Identify syntax errors, check disallow paths, and verify sitemap declarations to ensure optimal search indexing and crawl budget management.
robots.txt File Content
BLOCKED by Disallow Rule
Path '/admin/dashboard' matches Disallow rule.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of a robots.txt file?
robots.txt instructs web crawlers which paths or files on your website they are permitted or forbidden to access.
Does robots.txt hide pages from public view?
No, robots.txt is a crawl directive, not an access control mechanism. Use authentication for private content.
Where should robots.txt be located on a website?
robots.txt must be placed at the root domain directory (e.g. example.com/robots.txt).
How to use robots.txt Validator
To validate robots.txt:
- Paste your robots.txt content or website domain URL.
- Enter a test path (e.g. /admin or /api/) and select a user agent bot.
- View syntax validation alerts and crawl permission status (Allowed or Disallowed).