Cloudflare launches new AI traffic options for website owners
Cloudflare is introducing new features that give website owners more control over AI-driven traffic, including the ability to differentiate and manage search engine bots, agent bots, and training bots.
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On 12 December 2024, Cloudflare announced the launch of new tools for managing AI traffic. These tools allow website owners to differentiate between different types of AI bots, such as search engine bots, agent bots, and bots used for AI training. Previously, only a general blocking option existed for all bot traffic.
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| Lanseringsdatum | 12 december 2024 |
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”For our second Content Independence Day, we’re giving website owners finer options to manage AI traffic. Instead of a one-size-fits-all block, all customers can now easily distinguish and manage Search, Agent, and Training bots, alongside the new ability to protect ad-monetized p”
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The new features address the need for granular control over how AI systems interact with websites. By being able to control different bot types, website owners can optimise their search engine exposure while protecting content from being used for unwanted AI training or malicious scraping. This provides a balance between visibility and content protection.
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Website owners, content creators, and publishers are directly affected as they gain expanded capabilities to control their online presence. AI developers and companies relying on web content for AI training are also affected, as their access to certain websites may be restricted or more specifically regulated. Finally, end users may be indirectly affected through improved website experiences or reduced data collection for AI training. As an infrastructure provider, Cloudflare strengthens its position as a facilitator of internet security and content control.
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The new features are being launched as part of Cloudflare's "Content Independence Day" initiative. This marks the second time the initiative has highlighted the importance of website owners' control over their content and its use.
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