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# Block known bad/unwanted bots
User-agent: MJ12bot
User-agent: 008
User-agent: Yahoo Pipes 1.0
User-agent: Yahoo Pipes 2.0
User-agent: Fasterfox
User-agent: Bytespider
Disallow: /

# Default rules for all bots
User-agent: *

# allow the present and anticipated countries # add/edit as needed
Allow: /us/
Allow: /ca/
Allow: /uk/
Allow: /nl/
Allow: /ie/
Allow: /de/
Allow: /mx/
Allow: /br/
Allow: /au/

# exclusions, for site security
Disallow: /content/_cq_graphql/bhn/endpoint.json
Disallow: /content/bhn.*.json
Disallow: /content/dam/bhn.*.json
Disallow: /system/*
Disallow: /libs/granite/csrf/token.json
Disallow: /dispatcher/invalidate.cache
Disallow: /var/linkchecker.html
Disallow: /content/dam/jcr:content.form.txt*
Disallow: /content/dam/formsanddocuments.form.validator.html
Disallow: /content/dam/.form.validator.html*
Disallow: /libs/cq/security/*

# exclude member content pages
Disallow: /*/member
Disallow: /my-account

# exclusions retained from our legacy site
Disallow: /member-status.html
Disallow: /account/
Disallow: /captcha.process.html
Disallow: /cp/sell_card/ajax_merchant_values/
Disallow: /cp/sell_card/ajax_add_merchant_card/
Disallow: /wp_api/
Disallow: /wp-admin/
Disallow: /wp-includes/
Disallow: /all-other-*gift-cards-*
Disallow: /cart/
Disallow: /merchant_url
Disallow: /egift/*
Disallow: /api/*
Disallow: /giftcards-app
Disallow: /*/page_action/*
Disallow: /*/page_view_timing/*
Disallow: /*/spa/*
Disallow: /*/page_view_event/*
Disallow: /*/metrics/*
Disallow: /*/jserrors/*
Disallow: /*/ajax/*
Disallow: /*/aggregate/*
Disallow: /*/session_trace/*

User-agent: Googlebot
Disallow:

User-agent: Googlebot-image
Disallow:

# AI Crawlers - explicitly allowed
User-agent: GPTBot
User-agent: OAI-SearchBot
User-agent: ChatGPT-User
User-agent: ClaudeBot
User-agent: Anthropic-AI
User-agent: Claude-SearchBot
User-agent: Google-Extended
User-agent: PerplexityBot
User-agent: CCBot
User-agent: Applebot-Extended
User-agent: Meta-ExternalAgent
User-agent: Cohere-training-data-crawler
Allow: /us/
Allow: /ca/
Allow: /uk/
Allow: /nl/
Allow: /ie/
Allow: /de/
Allow: /mx/
Allow: /br/
Allow: /au/

# exclusions, for site security
Disallow: /content/_cq_graphql/bhn/endpoint.json
Disallow: /content/bhn.*.json
Disallow: /content/dam/bhn.*.json
Disallow: /system/*
Disallow: /libs/granite/csrf/token.json
Disallow: /dispatcher/invalidate.cache
Disallow: /var/linkchecker.html
Disallow: /content/dam/jcr:content.form.txt*
Disallow: /content/dam/formsanddocuments.form.validator.html
Disallow: /content/dam/.form.validator.html*
Disallow: /libs/cq/security/*

# exclude member content pages
Disallow: /*/member
Disallow: /my-account

# exclusions retained from our legacy site
Disallow: /member-status.html
Disallow: /account/
Disallow: /captcha.process.html
Disallow: /cp/sell_card/ajax_merchant_values/
Disallow: /cp/sell_card/ajax_add_merchant_card/
Disallow: /wp_api/
Disallow: /wp-admin/
Disallow: /wp-includes/
Disallow: /all-other-*gift-cards-*
Disallow: /cart/
Disallow: /merchant_url
Disallow: /egift/*
Disallow: /api/*
Disallow: /giftcards-app
Disallow: /*/page_action/*
Disallow: /*/page_view_timing/*
Disallow: /*/spa/*
Disallow: /*/page_view_event/*
Disallow: /*/metrics/*
Disallow: /*/jserrors/*
Disallow: /*/ajax/*
Disallow: /*/aggregate/*
Disallow: /*/session_trace/*

# site-maps
Sitemap: https://www.giftcards.com/sitemap.xml

# TODO - include additional countries as Andor evolves for global expansion

## validated w/: https://technicalseo.com/tools/robots-txt/

# GiftCards.com
> The world's oldest gift cards site - 350+ brands, personalized options, and corporate solutions since 1999

Making joy-filled gifting moments more accessible through curated gift card selection. Visa, Mastercard, and merchant gift cards available with customization options including photo personalization and custom messages. Serving consumers and businesses across the United States.

## Gift Card Categories
- [All Brands Catalog](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/brands): Browse over 350+ gift card brands including restaurants, retail, gaming, and entertainment
- [Visa Gift Cards](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/brands/visa-gift-cards): Custom Visa gift cards from $10-$250 with photo personalization and messages
- [Mastercard Gift Cards](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/brands/mastercard-gift-cards): Mastercard eGift cards from $10-$250 with over 600 design options
- [eGift Cards](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/product-listing/e-gift-cards): Virtual gift cards from $25+ with instant delivery
- [Multi-Brand Gift Cards](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/product-listing/multi-store-gift-cards): One card for multiple retailers and restaurants
- [Gift Card Categories](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/gift-card-ideas/gift-card-categories): Browse by occasion, recipient, or category
- [Top Picks](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/transaction/top-picks): Popular gift cards and eco-friendly options

## Card Management
- [Activate Gift Card](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/self-serve/activate-giftcard): Activate Visa and Mastercard gift cards with 16-digit number
- [Check Balance](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/self-serve/check-balance): Check Visa or Mastercard gift card balance and transaction history
- [Set/Reset PIN](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/self-serve/reset-pin): Set or change PIN for point-of-sale transactions

## Corporate Solutions
- [Business Solutions](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/business-flow/business-solutions): Custom gift cards and solutions for businesses including logo upload
- [Bulk Gift Cards Guide](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/blog/buy-bulk-giftcards): Guide to buying bulk gift cards for businesses and large orders

## Policies & Support
- [Customer Support](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/support): Activate cards, check balance, set PIN, FAQ, and contact information
- [Contact Us](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/contact-us): Customer service phone: 833-800-0550 (6AM-9PM PST), Visa emergencies: 888-524-1283
- [Contact Form](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/contact-us-form): Online contact form for website assistance and order help
- [Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/faq): Common questions about gift card usage, fees, expiration, and policies
- [Fee Schedule](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/fee-schedule): Complete fee structure for Visa/Mastercard cards and processing costs
- [Shipping Rates](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/transaction/shipping-rates): Shipping calculator and delivery options

## Legal Information
- [Legal Policies](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/site-policies): Terms, conditions, and cardholder agreements
- [Visa Gift Cardholder Agreement](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/site-policies/visa-gift-cardholder-agreement): Terms for physical Visa gift cards
- [Visa Virtual Account Agreement](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/site-policies/visa-gift-virtual-account-cardholder-agreement): Terms for Visa virtual accounts and eGift cards
- [Mastercard Virtual Account Agreement](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/site-policies/mastercard-gift-virtual-account-cardholder-agreement): Terms for Mastercard virtual accounts
- [Legal Agreement](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/legal-agreement): General terms of use and privacy policies

## Security & Fraud Protection
- [Gift Safe](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/trust/gift-safe): Fraud protection promise and claim filing for Visa/Mastercard products

## Helpful Guides
- [Visa Gift Cards Not Working](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/blog/giftcards-not-working): Troubleshooting guide for declined cards and common issues
- [Where to Buy Visa Gift Cards](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/blog/buy-visa-giftcards): Guide to purchasing Visa gift cards online and in stores
- [GiftCardMall Migration](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/blog/gift-card-mall-now-giftcards-com): Information for former GiftCardMall customers

## Special Programs
- [Promotions](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/promotions): Current deals, promo codes, and exclusive savings on gift cards
- [Visa eGift Card](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/product-details/visa-e-gift-card): Digital Visa gift card for online and contactless payments

## Popular Brand Examples
- [Starbucks Gift Card](https://www.giftcards.com/us/en/catalog/product-details/starbucks-gift-card): Popular coffee chain gift cards