Declare Your AIndependence: Block AI Bots, Scrapers, and Crawlers with a Single Click
Declare Your AIndependence: Block AI Bots, Scrapers, and Crawlers with a Single Click
To safeguard content creators, Cloudflare has introduced an "easy button" to block AI bots. This feature is accessible to all users, including those on the free tier. The rise of generative AI has led to increased demand for training data, prompting the need for stronger protections against web scraping.
Cloudflare's new tool simplifies the process of blocking AI bots, even those that disguise themselves as legitimate users. This protection is enhanced by continuously updated fingerprints of offending bots, ensuring comprehensive coverage against unauthorized scraping activities.
In addition, Cloudflare's analysis of AI bot traffic reveals that top bots, such as Bytespider and GPTBot, frequently attempt to access sites protected by Cloudflare. The data highlights the necessity of proactive measures to maintain the integrity of web content.
By leveraging machine learning and global data signals, Cloudflare efficiently identifies and mitigates bot activity. This ensures that content creators retain control over their material, preventing misuse by AI models without explicit permission.
For more details, visit the Cloudflare blog.
