WordPress Plugin
Track AI bots on your WordPress site with one-click installation. No coding required.
LLMS Central - AI Bot Tracker
Version 1.0.0 • Free • GPL v2 License
15 KB • Updated Jan 2025
Track 16+ AI Bots
Detect GPTBot, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, and more AI crawlers visiting your site.
Real-Time Analytics
View bot visits, page-level tracking, and insights in your LLMS Central dashboard.
llms.txt Management
Create and manage your llms.txt file (the "robots.txt for AI") directly from WordPress.
Privacy-Focused
No personal data collected. Only tracks bot user-agents and page URLs.
Zero Performance Impact
Lightweight script loads asynchronously. Won't slow down your site.
Dashboard Widget
See bot visit summary directly in your WordPress admin dashboard.
📦 Installation Instructions
Download the Plugin
Click the "Download Plugin" button above to get the llms-central-bot-tracker.zip file.
Upload to WordPress
In your WordPress admin, go to:
Click "Choose File", select the ZIP file, and click "Install Now".
Activate the Plugin
After installation completes, click the "Activate Plugin" button.
Configure Settings
Go to AI Bot Tracker in your WordPress admin menu and:
- Enter your domain name
- Enable bot tracking
- Accept the privacy policy
- (Optional) Enable llms.txt file management
- Click "Save Settings"
View Analytics
Visit your site to start tracking. View analytics at:
📋 Requirements
- ✓ WordPress 5.8 or higher
- ✓ PHP 7.4 or higher
- ✓ Free LLMS Central account (Sign up here)
- ✓ No other dependencies required
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is this plugin really free?
Yes! The plugin is 100% free and open source (GPL v2). No hidden costs, no premium upsells.
Do I need a LLMS Central account?
Yes, you'll need a free LLMS Central account to view your analytics. Sign up here - it takes 30 seconds.
Will this slow down my website?
No. The tracking script is lightweight (less than 2KB) and loads asynchronously, so it won't impact your site's performance.
What data does the plugin collect?
Only bot user-agents, page URLs, and timestamps. No personal data, IP addresses, or visitor information is collected.
When will it be available on WordPress.org?
We've submitted the plugin for review. WordPress.org approval typically takes 2-14 days. In the meantime, you can download and install it manually using the instructions above.
How do I update the plugin?
Once approved on WordPress.org, updates will be automatic through your WordPress admin. For now, check this page for new versions.
Can I use this with caching plugins?
Yes! The tracking script works perfectly with all major caching plugins (WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache, WP Super Cache, etc.).
Why Track AI Bots on Your WordPress Site?
AI bots like GPTBot (ChatGPT), Claude-Web (Anthropic), and Google-Extended (Gemini) are constantly crawling websites to train their language models. Understanding which AI systems are accessing your content is crucial for:
- Content Protection: Know which AI systems are using your content for training
- SEO Strategy: Optimize for AI-powered search engines like Perplexity and SearchGPT
- Analytics Insights: Track AI bot behavior patterns across your WordPress pages
- Compliance: Manage AI training permissions with llms.txt files
- Competitive Intelligence: See which AI platforms find your content valuable
What Makes This the Best AI Bot Tracker for WordPress?
Unlike Google Analytics or other tracking tools, our WordPress AI bot tracker plugin is specifically designed to detect and monitor AI crawlers. It identifies 16+ different AI bots including:
Major AI Platforms
- ✓ GPTBot (OpenAI/ChatGPT)
- ✓ Claude-Web (Anthropic)
- ✓ Google-Extended (Gemini)
- ✓ Perplexity Bot
Additional Crawlers
- ✓ Bytespider (TikTok/ByteDance)
- ✓ Cohere AI
- ✓ FacebookBot (Meta AI)
- ✓ Amazonbot & 8+ more
Easy WordPress Integration
Our plugin integrates seamlessly with your WordPress site. No coding required, no theme modifications needed. Simply install, activate, and start tracking AI bot visits in real-time. The plugin is compatible with:
💬 Need Help?
Having trouble with installation or setup? We're here to help!