Free Robots.txt Generator
Generate a robots.txt file to control search engine crawling. Free, fast, and works entirely in your browser with no sign-up required.
Quick Presets
Global Settings
Rule 1: *
Not supported by Google. Supported by Bing, Yandex, and others.
/Generated Output
# robots.txt generated by The Toolbox # https://seotools.example.com/robots-txt-generator User-agent: * Allow: /
Important Notes
- robots.txt should be placed at the root of your domain (e.g., example.com/robots.txt)
- robots.txt is a suggestion, not a security measure -- it will not prevent access
- Use "Disallow: /" to block all crawling, "Disallow:" (empty) to allow all
- The * wildcard matches any sequence of characters in a path
- The $ anchor matches the end of URL (e.g. /*.pdf$ blocks only .pdf URLs)
- Always include your sitemap URL(s) for better indexing
- Crawl-delay is not supported by Google but is respected by Bing and Yandex
- Test your robots.txt using Google Search Console's robots.txt Tester
- Blocking AI bots (GPTBot, CCBot, etc.) does not affect search engine indexing
Privacy First: All generation, validation, and testing happens locally in your browser. No data is sent to any server.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Robots.txt Generator?
The Robots.txt Generator is a free online tool that creates robots.txt files to control how search engine crawlers access and index your website.
Is the Robots.txt Generator free?
Yes, it is completely free with no registration required. All file generation happens client-side in your browser.
Why do I need a robots.txt file?
A robots.txt file tells search engine bots which pages to crawl or skip, helping you manage crawl budget and prevent indexing of private pages.
Is my data safe with this tool?
Absolutely. The Robots.txt Generator processes everything client-side in your browser. No data is uploaded to or stored on any server. Your content remains private on your device at all times.
Does the Robots.txt Generator work on mobile devices?
Yes, the Robots.txt Generator is fully responsive and works on smartphones and tablets. You can use it on any device with a modern web browser -- no app download required.
Do I need to create an account to use this tool?
No account or registration is needed. Simply open the Robots.txt Generator in your browser and start using it immediately. There are no sign-up walls or usage restrictions.
Does this tool follow Google's latest guidelines?
Yes, the Robots.txt Generator is built following current Google Search guidelines and best practices. We regularly update the tool to reflect changes in search engine requirements.
How do I use the Robots.txt Generator?
Simply enter your input in the provided field, adjust any settings to your preference, and the tool will process it instantly. You can then copy the result to your clipboard or download it.
Which browsers are supported?
The Robots.txt Generator works in all modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera. For the best experience, use the latest version of your preferred browser.
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About Free Robots.txt Generator
Free Robots.txt Generator is a free, browser-based tool in our SEO Tools collection. Everything runs locally on your device — no uploads, no sign-up, and your data stays private.