ia_archiver-web.archive.org 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-web.archive.org?
Specific variation of the Internet Archive crawler.
Test if ia_archiver-web.archive.org can access your URL
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Is ia_archiver-web.archive.org safe?
Yes, ia_archiver-web.archive.org is considered safe.
This bot is verified and generally respected by the SEO community.
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User-Agent String used by ia_archiver-web.archive.org
ia_archiver-web.archive.orgHow to block ia_archiver-web.archive.org with robots.txt?
Add the following standard robots.txt rule to prevent ia_archiver-web.archive.org from accessing your site.
User-agent: ia_archiver-web.archive.org Disallow: /
What happens if I block ia_archiver-web.archive.org?
Unknown Impact
The impact of blocking ia_archiver-web.archive.org 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-web.archive.org
Understanding how ia_archiver-web.archive.org 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