> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.llmtag.org/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# LLMTAG Protocol

> Your Content, Your Rules. Control how AI agents use your content with the LLMTAG protocol - the new standard for AI content usage policies.

## Your Content, Your Rules

**LLMTAG** (Large Language Model Tag) is the new standard that gives you control over how AI agents use your content. Just like `robots.txt` controls web crawlers, `llmtag.txt` controls AI agents.

### The Problem We Solve

AI systems are using your content without asking permission. They're training on your articles, generating responses from your data, and using your work without proper attribution. **You have no control.**

### The Solution

LLMTAG gives you that control. Create a simple `llmtag.txt` file and tell AI agents exactly how they can use your content.

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Block AI Training" icon="shield">
    Prevent AI systems from using your content to train their models.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Control AI Usage" icon="robot">
    Allow search indexing but block AI responses, or set any combination you want.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Require Attribution" icon="link">
    Ensure AI systems give you proper credit when using your content.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Simple Setup" icon="code">
    One text file, 5 minutes, complete control over your content.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## How It Works in 3 Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="1. Create llmtag.txt">
    Add one file to your website root with your content rules.

    ```txt theme={null}
    # LLMTAG Protocol v3.0
    # Content Usage Policy for example.com
    # For more information, visit: https://docs.llmtag.org

    # REQUIRED: Protocol version declaration
    spec_version: 3.0

    # AI Training Policy: Block AI model training
    ai_training_data: disallow

    # AI Use Policy: Allow search indexing only
    ai_use: search_indexing

    # Require attribution when content is used
    attribution: required
    attribution_format: "Source: Example.com (https://example.com)"

    # Contact information
    contact: webmaster@example.com
    ```
  </Step>

  <Step title="2. AI Agents Discover">
    AI systems automatically find and read your `llmtag.txt` file when they visit your site.
  </Step>

  <Step title="3. Your Rules Apply">
    AI agents respect your policies and use your content according to your terms.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Common Use Cases

### Block AI Training (Most Popular)

```txt theme={null}
# Block AI training, allow search indexing
ai_training_data: disallow
ai_use: search_indexing
attribution: required
```

### Allow Everything with Attribution

```txt theme={null}
# Allow AI training and all usage with attribution
ai_training_data: allow
ai_use: search_indexing, generative_synthesis, research
attribution: required
```

### Strict Protection

```txt theme={null}
# Block most AI usage, require explicit permission
ai_training_data: disallow
ai_use: search_indexing
explicit_permission: required
```

## Why Choose LLMTAG?

### ✅ **It Actually Works**

* AI systems are already implementing LLMTAG support
* Real-world adoption by major AI companies
* Proven to work with ChatGPT, Claude, and other AI agents

### ✅ **No Technical Skills Required**

* Just copy and paste a text file
* Works with any website (WordPress, static sites, etc.)
* No coding or complex setup needed

### ✅ **Complete Control**

* Block AI training on your content
* Control how AI uses your work
* Require proper attribution
* Set different rules for different content

### ✅ **Future-Proof**

* Open standard that grows with AI technology
* Backed by the community and major AI companies
* Free to use forever

## Get Started in 5 Minutes

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  <Card title="Quick Start Guide" icon="rocket" href="/quickstart">
    Step-by-step guide to create your first llmtag.txt file.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Real Examples" icon="code" href="/specification/examples">
    See how other websites are using LLMTAG.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Complete Reference" icon="book" href="/specification/overview">
    All available options and advanced features.
  </Card>

  <Card title="WordPress Plugin" icon="wordpress" href="/wordpress/quick-setup">
    One-click setup for WordPress sites.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Ready to Take Control?

**Your content is being used by AI systems right now.** Don't wait - take control today.

<Note>
  **Start now**: [Quick Start Guide](/quickstart) will have you protected in 5 minutes.
</Note>

<Warning>
  **Important**: LLMTAG is a voluntary standard. AI systems that respect it will follow your rules, but enforcement depends on each AI company's implementation.
</Warning>