Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about llms.txt
1How do I check if my site has llms.txt?
Use our checker tool. Enter your URL and we'll instantly tell you if you have an llms.txt file and what's in it. You can also manually check by visiting yoursite.com/llms.txt in your browser.
2Does ChatGPT actually read llms.txt files?
Yes. ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and other AI systems increasingly look for llms.txt files when trying to understand websites. The standard was specifically designed for AI consumption and is being adopted by major AI companies.
3How do I create an llms.txt file?
Use our free generator. Enter your URL, we scan your site, and generate a properly formatted llms.txt file in 30 seconds. Then upload it to your website's root directory.
4Where do I put the llms.txt file?
In your website's root directory, so it's accessible at yoursite.com/llms.txt. This is the same location as robots.txt. Most hosting platforms and CMS tools make this straightforward.
5What should be in my llms.txt file?
A brief description of your business, links to your key pages (with context), your main features, pricing info, use cases, and any documentation. The more context you provide, the better AI can represent your business.
6Is llms.txt the same as AI SEO?
llms.txt is a key part of AI SEO (also called Generative Engine Optimization or GEO). It's the foundational file that tells AI what your site is about. Think of it as the starting point for making your business visible to AI search.
7What companies already have llms.txt?
Major tech companies including Stripe, Cursor, Vercel, and many others. If your competitors have it and you don't, AI will naturally favor their content in recommendations.