Glossary
noindex
A robots directive telling search engines not to index a URL.
Definition
Private app surfaces (dashboards, reports, accounts) should be noindexed. Public PSEO and marketing pages should remain indexable with accurate canonicals.
In practice
- Use precise language on public pages so assistants and crawlers share the same meaning
- Pair definitions with crawlable HTML, metadata, and intentional robots policy
- Measure outcomes (mentions, citations, pillar scores) after you change signals
See also
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FAQ
What is noindex?
A robots directive telling search engines not to index a URL.
Why does noindex matter for AI visibility?
Private app surfaces (dashboards, reports, accounts) should be noindexed. Public PSEO and marketing pages should remain indexable with accurate canonicals.
How can BatSignal help?
BatSignal measures crawl access, content readiness, ChatGPT presence, and related signals so teams can improve AI visibility with evidence—not guesswork.