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Overview

The LLMTAG - AI Bot Protection plugin is the premier WordPress implementation of the LLMTAG protocol. It provides comprehensive AI protection through both passive declaration (llmtag.txt) and active blocking of AI agents.

Plugin Features

60+ AI agents blocked • Automatic llmtag.txt generation • Real-time analytics • Granular protection modes • Developer API

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System Requirements

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WordPress Requirements

  • WordPress Version: 5.0 or higher
  • PHP Version: 7.4 or higher
  • MySQL Version: 5.6 or higher

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Server Requirements

  • Memory: 128MB minimum (256MB recommended)
  • Disk Space: 10MB for plugin files
  • Web Server: Apache or Nginx
  • SSL Certificate: Recommended for security
The plugin is designed to work with all major WordPress hosting providers and is optimized for performance.

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Installation Methods

1

Access WordPress Admin

Log into your WordPress admin dashboard and navigate to Plugins > Add New.
2

Search for the Plugin

In the search box, type “LLMTAG” or “AI Bot Protection” and press Enter.
3

Install the Plugin

Click Install Now next to “LLMTAG - AI Bot Protection” in the search results.
4

Activate the Plugin

After installation, click Activate to enable the plugin.

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Method 2: Manual Upload

1

Download the Plugin

Download the plugin ZIP file from the WordPress.org repository or our website.
2

Access WordPress Admin

Log into your WordPress admin dashboard and navigate to Plugins > Add New.
3

Upload the Plugin

Click Upload Plugin and select the downloaded ZIP file.
4

Install and Activate

Click Install Now and then Activate Plugin.

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Method 3: FTP Upload

1

Download and Extract

Download the plugin ZIP file and extract it to your local computer.
2

Connect via FTP

Connect to your website using an FTP client (FileZilla, WinSCP, etc.).
3

Upload to Plugins Directory

Upload the extracted plugin folder to /wp-content/plugins/ on your server.
4

Activate in WordPress

Log into WordPress admin and activate the plugin from Plugins > Installed Plugins.

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Initial Setup

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First-Time Configuration

After activation, you’ll be redirected to the plugin’s setup wizard:
1

Welcome Screen

The setup wizard will guide you through the initial configuration process.
2

Choose Protection Mode

Select your preferred protection mode:
  • Basic: Simple llmtag.txt generation
  • Standard: llmtag.txt + basic AI agent blocking
  • Advanced: Full protection with analytics and custom rules
3

Configure AI Policies

Set your AI content usage policies:
  • Training data permissions
  • Usage type restrictions
  • Agent-specific rules
4

Enable Protection

Review your settings and enable AI protection for your website.

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Quick Setup Options

Recommended Settings:
  • AI Training Data: Disallow
  • AI Use: Search Indexing, Generative Synthesis
  • Protection Mode: Standard
# Generated llmtag.txt
spec_version: 3.0
ai_training_data: disallow
ai_use: search_indexing, generative_synthesis

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Verification

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Test Your Installation

1

Check llmtag.txt Generation

Visit https://yourdomain.com/llmtag.txt to verify the file is generated correctly.
2

Verify Plugin Activation

In WordPress admin, go to LLMTAG > Dashboard to confirm the plugin is active.
3

Test AI Agent Blocking

Use a tool like User-Agent Switcher to test if AI agents are being blocked.
4

Check Analytics

Visit LLMTAG > Analytics to see if the monitoring is working.

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Common Issues and Solutions

Possible causes:
  • File permissions issues
  • Server configuration problems
  • Caching issues
Solutions:
  • Check file permissions (should be 644)
  • Clear any caching plugins
  • Verify .htaccess rules
  • Contact your hosting provider
Possible causes:
  • Protection mode not enabled
  • AI agent list not updated
  • Server configuration issues
Solutions:
  • Enable protection in plugin settings
  • Update AI agent database
  • Check server error logs
  • Verify .htaccess modifications
Possible causes:
  • No AI agents accessing the site
  • Database issues
  • Plugin configuration problems
Solutions:
  • Wait for AI agent traffic
  • Check database connectivity
  • Verify plugin settings
  • Test with simulated requests

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Post-Installation

Configure Protection Modes

Set up granular protection for different content types and AI agents.

Set Up Analytics

Monitor AI agent activity and blocked requests in real-time.

Customize AI Agent Blocking

Fine-tune which AI agents to block or allow.

Explore Developer API

Integrate with external systems and customize functionality.

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Performance Optimization

The plugin is designed to have minimal impact on your website’s performance. However, you can optimize further by:
  • Enable caching for the llmtag.txt file
  • Use CDN for static assets
  • Optimize database queries in analytics
  • Monitor server resources during peak traffic

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Security Considerations

Always keep the plugin updated to the latest version for security patches and new features.
  • Regular updates: Enable automatic updates for security patches
  • Backup before updates: Always backup your site before major updates
  • Monitor logs: Regularly check server logs for suspicious activity
  • Strong passwords: Use strong passwords for WordPress admin access

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Support and Resources

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Getting Help

Documentation

Complete plugin documentation and guides.

Community Support

Get help from the community and other users.

Professional Support

Contact our support team for technical assistance.

Feature Requests

Suggest new features and improvements.

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Troubleshooting Resources

  • FAQ: Common questions and answers
  • Troubleshooting Guide: Step-by-step problem resolution
  • Server Requirements: Detailed system requirements
  • Compatibility: Plugin compatibility with other WordPress plugins