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Web Crawling

The process of automatically discovering and indexing web content.

DEFINITION

What is Web Crawling?

Web crawling is the automated process of discovering and downloading web content for indexing. Various AI systems employ web crawlers to gather content for training data or real-time retrieval. Understanding web crawling helps ensure your content is accessible to the systems that feed AI visibility.

IN PRACTICE

We ensure your website is optimally crawlable for AI systems.

WHY IT MATTERS

If crawlers can't access your content, AI systems can't learn from or cite it. Crawlability is foundational to visibility.

EXAMPLES
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GPTBot crawling for training data

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Perplexity crawling for real-time retrieval

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Google crawling for Gemini responses

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I make my site crawlable for AI?

Ensure crawlers aren't blocked, content is accessible, and your site loads quickly. Standard technical SEO practices apply.

Should I treat AI crawlers differently?

Generally, if you want AI visibility, ensure AI crawlers have access. Some sites block them, sacrificing visibility for other concerns.

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