Has anyone experienced the issue of Googlebot being blocked by robots.txt in Webflow, even though access has been allowed in the file?

Yes, some users have reported experiencing the issue of Googlebot being blocked by the robots.txt file in Webflow, even though they have allowed access for Googlebot in the file.

There could be a few reasons why this might happen:

1. Cached robots.txt: Sometimes, the issue can be caused by a cached version of the robots.txt file. Browsers and search engines may not always immediately recognize changes made to the file. In this case, it's important to ensure that any changes to the robots.txt file have propagated correctly across all servers and caches.

2. Incorrect format: It's crucial to double-check that the robots.txt file is properly formatted with the correct syntax. Any errors or typos within the file could potentially lead to access issues for search engine crawlers. Make sure that you have allowed access for Googlebot specifically with the correct user-agent and disallow patterns, if applicable.

3. Incorrect placement: The robots.txt file should be placed at the root of your domain. If you have accidentally placed it in a subdirectory or a different location, search engine crawlers may not be able to find and adhere to the directives within the file. Double-check that the robots.txt file is in the correct location.

4. Server configuration: In some cases, the issue may not be directly related to the robots.txt file itself, but rather with the server configuration. It's worth checking if there are any server-side configurations or plugins that might be blocking Googlebot's access. Review any server logs or reach out to your hosting provider for assistance in troubleshooting server-related issues.

5. Crawl delay: Although less common, it's possible that the crawl delay directive in the robots.txt file might be affecting Googlebot's access. The crawl delay directive specifies the time delay between subsequent requests from a crawler. Ensure that you have not set an excessively long crawl delay that might inadvertently hinder Googlebot's access.

If you have thoroughly checked the above factors and are still experiencing issues with Googlebot being blocked despite allowing access in the robots.txt file, it might be beneficial to reach out to Webflow's support team for further assistance. They can investigate the issue on a more detailed level and help troubleshoot any potential problems.