CROSS-CUTTING, GUARDRAILS & FUTURE-PROOFING (Lever 8)LowVerified
llms.txt present
What it is
An AI-only llms.txt file in use.
Why it matters
Google’s guide says you do not need such files; it doesn’t treat them specially. Effort is wasted.
How to fix it
Deprioritise; don’t expect Google benefit.
Impact
Negligible benefit; effort saved. Direct.
Evidence
Google says llms.txt/AI-only files aren’t needed. Google Search Central, Optimizing your website for generative AI features on Google Search