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Does Bot Killer Block AI Bots?

Introduction

If you're using our app Blocky: Simple Country Blocker, you might wonder whether enabling Bot Killer will block AI bots such as those from major platforms.

This article explains how Bot Killer handles AI traffic and what you can expect.


Does Bot Killer allow AI bots?

Yes. Bot Killer is designed to allow trusted AI bots and services.

AI platforms from well-known companies like:

  • Meta
  • Google
  • OpenAI

use verified and trusted connections. Because of this, they are recognized as safe and will not be blocked by Bot Killer.


How Bot Killer decides what to block

Our system primarily evaluates traffic using IP address intelligence and behavior patterns.

Here’s how it works:

  • Each visitor is checked when they try to access your store
  • The system analyzes the IP address and activity
  • Trusted sources (like major AI platforms) are allowed
  • Suspicious or harmful bots are blocked automatically

We do not rely on random blocking — the goal is to stop only harmful traffic while allowing useful and legitimate services.


What counts as a harmful bot?

Bot Killer focuses on blocking:

  • Malicious scrapers
  • Spam or fake traffic
  • Bots that can harm your store performance or analytics

At the same time, it avoids blocking:

  • Search engine crawlers
  • Trusted AI bots
  • Legitimate services


Why this matters for your store

By allowing trusted AI bots while blocking harmful ones, you get:

  • Better store performance
  • More accurate analytics
  • Protection from unwanted traffic
  • No disruption to useful services


Summary

Bot Killer in Blocky: Simple Country Blocker is built to be smart and selective:

  • Trusted AI bots → Allowed
  • Harmful bots → Blocked

This ensures your Shopify store stays protected without blocking important services.

Updated on: 27/03/2026