How to edit the htaccess file through Yoast SEO and insert a code that blocks bad bots: Itay Verchik IVBS SEO / PPC

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How to edit the htaccess file through Yoast SEO and insert a code that blocks bad bots:

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Want to block bad bots from your website using the htaccess file? In this video, I’ll show you how to safely edit the htaccess file through Yoast SEO and insert a custom code to block harmful bots, improving your website's security and performance.

We’ll go step-by-step to access the htaccess editor through Yoast SEO, identify malicious bots, and write the necessary code to block them without affecting your website’s functionality or search engine crawling. I’ll also provide tips on managing the htaccess file correctly to avoid critical errors that could disrupt your website.

Important: Always back up your htaccess file and website before making any changes.

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In this video, you’ll learn:

How to edit the htaccess file through Yoast SEO.

How to insert code to block bad bots.

Tips for managing the htaccess file safely and efficiently.

Sample Code to Block Bots:

# Block bad bots

RewriteEngine On

RewriteCond %{HTTP_USER_AGENT} ^.*(AhrefsBot|BLEXBot|yacybot|LinkpadBot|Wotbox|woobot|linkdexbot|Baiduspider|semrush|Exabot|MJ12bot|msnbot|HaosouSpider|Slurp|libwww|LWP|damnBot|BBBike|spider|BLEXBot|ZumBot|TjoosBot|Spider|semrush|istellabot|LieBao|MQQ|SeznamBot|MegaIndex|AspiegelBot|Yealink|Vagabondo|VeBot|rogerbot|Presto|special_archiver|python-requests|ahref|GrapeshotCrawler|PetalBot|Dot|rogerbot|EzLynx|DotBot).*$ [NC]

RewriteRule .* - [F,L]

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