Click bot
Click bot is a type of internet bot that mimics human clicks on webpages, ads, or links to generate revenue for the creator. These bots are programmed to click on specific elements on a webpage, which can artificially inflate statistics such as ad impressions or website traffic.
Click bots can be used for malicious purposes, such as click fraud, where the creator earns money from pay-per-click advertising by generating fake clicks. This can result in financial losses for advertisers and publishers, as well as distort the accuracy of online marketing analytics.
It is important for website owners and advertisers to be aware of click bots and take measures to detect and prevent their presence. This can include using bot detection tools, monitoring website traffic patterns, and implementing security measures to block suspicious activity.
Overall, click bots pose a significant threat to the integrity of online advertising and can have a negative impact on the digital economy.
For more information, you can visit the Wikipedia page on click fraud.