llms.txt is a proposed plain-text file in your site’s root folder that gives AI tools a concise, markdown summary of your site and links to your most important pages. It is cheap to add, but it is not a confirmed ranking factor.
What goes in the file
A good llms.txt has a title, a one-paragraph description of the business and grouped links to key pages, each with a one-line description. Use full URLs and keep it short.
Do AI tools use it?
The format was proposed in 2024 and some tools and developers read it, but major AI providers have not publicly confirmed that they rely on it for answers. Treat it as a low-cost helpful signal, not a shortcut to being cited.
What matters more
Crawlable pages, clear answer-first content, structured data, accurate business information and mentions on trusted sites matter more than any single file.
How to add it
Create a text file named llms.txt, upload it to your website’s root folder so it loads at yourdomain.com/llms.txt, and update it when you add or remove important pages.
Frequently asked questions
Is llms.txt the same as robots.txt?
No. robots.txt tells crawlers what they may access, while llms.txt offers a summary of useful content.
Will llms.txt hurt my SEO?
No, it is a separate text file and does not affect normal search rankings.
Need help with this?
Our GEO & AEO (AI Search) service can handle this for you. Request a quote.