January 17, 2025
How to add LLMs.txt file to your MODX site
Learn how to add the LLMs.txt file to your MODX site to improve your site's discoverability on AI search engines.

Prerequisites
- MODX Manager access with administrator privileges
- Write permissions on the root directory
Installation Steps
Access MODX Manager
- Log in to your MODX Manager panel
- Use your administrator credentials
Create New Plugin
- Navigate to: Elements > Plugins
- Click "New Plugin"
Configure Plugin
- Plugin Name: "LLMs.txt Generator"
- Copy and paste the provided code into the code field
Set Plugin Properties
- Go to "System Events" tab
- Check the box for "OnWebPageComplete"
- Save the plugin
Testing
- Visit any page on your website
- Check your site's root directory
- Look for a new file named "llms.txt"
- Open the file to verify the content
Troubleshooting
If the file is not being created:
- Check root directory permissions (should be 755 or 775)
- Clear MODX cache (Manager > Site > Clear Cache)
- Verify that the plugin is enabled
Support
If you need assistance, please contact our support team at hey@aeomatic.com
Notes
- The file will be automatically updated whenever a page is loaded
- The site name and description are pulled from your homepage (ID 1)
- Make sure your homepage has the correct site_name and description fields filled out
Written by

Pedro Ladeira@pedrooladeira