AI & the web
Bot
Software that performs tasks automatically, sometimes through an account or conversational interface.
In everyday use
A bot checks for a keyword and delivers the requested link.
What to keep in mind
Not every bot uses AI, and automation can be useful or abusive.
Also searched as: automated bot
Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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