By Summary
– Method #1 involves using the “Google Extended” command in Robots.txt to prevent Google from using your content for AI training, but it may have drawbacks such as removing your site from AI training entirely and potentially harming your website’s visibility.
– Method #2 involves using the “Disallow” command in Robots.txt to block Googlebot from accessing your site, which completely removes your content from Google search results but also eliminates all organic search traffic from Google and other search engines.
– Both methods have pros and cons, with potential impacts on search rankings, AI Overviews, and the licensing of content by Google.
– It is recommended for bloggers and publishers affected by content theft to consider blocking Google’s AI training using the Google-Extended robots.txt command until incentives are realigned for participation.
Update: Google has stated they will train their AI on content even if websites opt out. Read more here: https://dig.watch/updates/google-admits-using-opted-out-content-for-ai-training
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