YandexBot User-Agent & Blocking Rules
Operated by Yandex. 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 YandexBot?
YandexBot is the main crawler for Yandex, the leading search engine in Russia. It indexes web pages for Yandex Search. Essential for visibility in Russian-speaking markets.
Test if YandexBot can access your URL
Enter URL to test if YandexBot is allowed or blocked.
Is YandexBot safe?
Yes, YandexBot 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 YandexBot
YandexBotHow to block YandexBot with robots.txt?
Add the following standard robots.txt rule to prevent YandexBot from accessing your site.
User-agent: YandexBot Disallow: /
What happens if I block YandexBot?
Critical Impact
Blocking YandexBot will prevent your website from appearing in search results. This will significantly reduce your organic traffic and visibility. Only block if you intentionally want to remove your site from this search engine.
Common use cases for YandexBot
Understanding how YandexBot is typically used can help you make informed decisions about whether to allow or block it on your website.
- Crawls and indexes web pages for search results
- Discovers new and updated content on your website
- Analyzes page structure, content, and links for ranking
- Renders JavaScript to understand dynamic content
- Checks for mobile-friendliness and page speed