ia_archiver User-Agent & Blocking Rules
Operated by Internet Archive. Verify the official user-agent string and safety status for this bot. Use the tools below to run a live crawlability test and get copy-paste robots.txt rules to manage its access. Crawler info last updated on .
What is ia_archiver?
The original user-agent for the Internet Archive's crawler (Alexa Internet).
Test if ia_archiver can access your URL
Enter URL to test if ia_archiver is allowed or blocked.
Is ia_archiver safe?
Yes, ia_archiver is considered safe.
This bot is verified and generally respected by the SEO community.
For more information about our safety badges, visit our documentation.
User-Agent String used by ia_archiver
ia_archiverHow to block ia_archiver with robots.txt?
Add the following standard robots.txt rule to prevent ia_archiver from accessing your site.
User-agent: ia_archiver Disallow: /
What happens if I block ia_archiver?
Unknown Impact
The impact of blocking ia_archiver is not well documented. Review the crawler's official documentation and test in a staging environment before blocking in production.
Common use cases for ia_archiver
Understanding how ia_archiver is typically used can help you make informed decisions about whether to allow or block it on your website.
- Performs specialized web crawling tasks
- May be used for research or data collection
- Purpose varies depending on the specific bot
- Check official documentation for details
- Impact of blocking depends on your use case