GEO (Generative Engine Optimization)
The practice of optimizing brand and content to be cited at high rank in AI answer engines like ChatGPT and Perplexity
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What is GEO?
GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) is the practice of optimizing your brand and content so that AI answer engines — ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews — cite it when responding to user queries.
Where traditional SEO targets a position on a search results page, GEO targets inclusion inside the AI-generated answer itself.
How does it differ from SEO?
| SEO | GEO | |
|---|---|---|
| Goal | Top ranking on SERP | Citation inside AI answer |
| Metrics | CTR, rank position | Citation rate, AI Shelf Share |
| Key signals | Links, keywords | Authority, structure, clarity |
How do you optimize for GEO?
- Structured content: Clear definitions, data points, and examples
- Authority signals: Cited sources, expert quotes, data-backed claims
- Question-oriented content: Formats AI can directly use in responses
- Semantic markup: schema.org DefinedTerm, FAQPage structured data
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