ai.txt
This plugin creates a file named ai.txt with dynamic text based on user-selected checkboxes. The ai.txt file is deleted when the plugin is uninstalled.
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ai.txt shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.2 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where ai.txt stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| AI | >100 |
| ML | #56 |
| Training Data | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About ai.txt
From the official readme · v1.1Description
This plugin creates a file named ai.txt with dynamic text based on user-selected checkboxes. The ai.txt file is deleted when the plugin is uninstalled.
Installation
- Log into your WordPress site.
- Navigate to the tab. If you don\’t see this, please verify your user permissions.
- Click the Add New button.
- Click the Upload Plugin button.
- Select the Choose File prompt. Find the
spawning_ai.zipfile and select it. - Click the Install Now button.
- Once the installation completes, you will see a buttin Activate Plugin.
- You should now have a new tab in your WordPress installation labeled Spawning AI.
- Click this tab to see the ai.txt generation options. The
ai.txtfile will automatically be built and saved to your root path (e.g.https://www.example.com/ai.txt).
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FAQ
ai.txt: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 10, 2026
Is ai.txt free?
Yes. ai.txt is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is ai.txt safe to use in 2026?
ai.txt shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
How many websites use ai.txt?
ai.txt is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,833 times since it launched in October 2023. It was downloaded 108 times in the last 30 days.
Does ai.txt work with WordPress 7.1?
ai.txt is officially tested up to WordPress 6.2.14, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does ai.txt need?
ai.txt requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was ai.txt last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on January 11, 2024 (3 years ago).
Who makes ai.txt?
ai.txt is developed and maintained by phoep.
What are the best alternatives to ai.txt?
The most popular alternatives to ai.txt are Elementor Website Builder (10M+ installs), All in One SEO (2M+ installs) and AI Agent by SiteGround (1M+ installs).
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