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Bot IP: 210.12.90.39

Bot Name: iaskspider
iaskspider is a web crawler operated by iAsk, a Chinese search engine, used to index web content for its search results.
Likely spoofed
Track-A-Bot Trust Score: 35/100
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Identity

  • ✅ Marked as bot traffic
  • ✅ Bot name present
  • ✅ User-agent matches bot name
  • ✅ User-agent includes identity link/email

Hostname

  • ⚠️ No hostname observed
  • ℹ️ Hostname does not resemble bot name
  • ℹ️ Hostname status not verified
  • ✅ No hostname mismatch flags

Behavior

  • ℹ️ No /robots.txt request observed
  • ℹ️ Referrer seen
  • ⚠️ Many non-200/304 responses
  • 📌 Visits: 1
  • ⏱️ Age: 0h

Penalties

  • ✅ No major spoof pattern
  • ✅ No fingerprint fields
  • ✅ Cookies not enabled
  • ✅ No connection type
Total visits: 1 First seen: Jul 5th, 2024 8:14 PM Last seen: Jul 5th, 2024 8:14 PM
Known User Agent(s)
iaskspider/2.0(+http://iask.com/help/help_index.html¡±)
Known Accepted Language(s)
zh-cn

Common User-Agent Tokens

These are identifiers found inside user-agent strings we observed for iaskspider.

Token
Seen
First seen
Last seen
iaskspider/2.0
135
5/27/24
12/12/25
iaskspider/2.0 135 seen
First 5/27/24
Last 12/12/25
iaskspider/1.0
111
5/16/24
12/12/25
iaskspider/1.0 111 seen
First 5/16/24
Last 12/12/25

Identity Links

These are URLs we observed in association with iaskspider (often used as an identity, help, or policy link).

URL
Seen
First seen
Last seen
First 5/27/24
Last 12/10/25
First 12/12/25
Last 12/12/25

Bot FAQ for this IP


Why is iaskspider visiting my website?

The IP address 210.12.90.39, identifying itself as 'iaskspider' via its user agent string, is visiting websites to access and retrieve web resources. According to the most recent activity, iaskspider accessed an image file on a website, which is typical behavior for web crawlers indexing site content. Such visits are generally automated and are intended to gather information for search engines or data services. To verify the legitimacy of this bot, consider checking the reverse DNS of the IP address, reviewing the user agent string for consistency, and monitoring the frequency and scope of its requests. If unwanted, you can manage access through robots.txt, firewall rules, or allow/block lists.

What does iaskspider do?

iaskspider is a web crawler, as indicated by its user agent string 'iaskspider/2.0'. Web crawlers are automated programs that systematically browse the internet to index content for search engines or other data aggregation services. The provided user agent references a help page at iask.com, suggesting an affiliation with the iAsk search engine. iaskspider's activity typically involves downloading web pages and resources to update search indexes. To manage crawler access, website administrators can use robots.txt directives, monitor server logs for unusual patterns, and implement rate limiting if necessary.

Is iaskspider safe?

Based on the available data, iaskspider appears to be a legitimate web crawler, but its safety cannot be fully guaranteed without further verification. The user agent and IP address suggest automated, non-malicious activity; however, it is important to confirm authenticity. Recommended steps include performing a reverse DNS lookup to check if the IP resolves to a domain associated with iAsk, reviewing the bot’s adherence to robots.txt rules, and monitoring request rates for abnormal behavior. If the crawler’s activity is disruptive or unwanted, consider blocking the IP, adjusting firewall settings, or implementing web application firewall (WAF) rules.

This page provides a detailed lookup for the bot with the IP address of 210.12.90.39, based on real-world traffic observed across websites using Track-A-Bot software. Use this information to verify whether activity from this IP belongs to a legitimate search engine crawler, or to analyze bot behavior on your website.