Definition

llms.txt

Updated Feb 8, 2025

Definition

llms.txt is a proposed convention for publishing a machine-friendly page that directs AI agents to a site's most important content.

Plain English

It's a "map for bots" — a curated list of your key pages so AI agents don't have to guess.

Why it matters

  • Helps agents discover your most important pages faster.
  • Low cost to implement and maintain.
  • Signals you're thinking about AI discovery.