Glossary
Search retrieval bot
A crawler that fetches pages to ground live answers rather than train foundation models.
Definition
OAI-SearchBot and similar agents are retrieval-oriented. Many teams allow them while restricting training bots.
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
Next step
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FAQ
What is Search retrieval bot?
A crawler that fetches pages to ground live answers rather than train foundation models.
Why does Search retrieval bot matter for AI visibility?
OAI-SearchBot and similar agents are retrieval-oriented. Many teams allow them while restricting training bots.
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.