Operator
W3
W3 runs 2 bots across 1 agent type. Each one is a separate user-agent so you can allow or block them independently.
Bot
JigsawGeneric Crawler · General
Generic Crawler
General
Jigsaw is operated by W3. Generic programmatic data extraction with intent that varies case-by-case. Worth checking the operator before blocking, some are legitimate research, some are abusive.
ValidatorGeneric Crawler · General
Generic Crawler
General
Validator is operated by W3. Generic programmatic data extraction with intent that varies case-by-case. Worth checking the operator before blocking, some are legitimate research, some are abusive.