Glossary

AEO.

Answer Engine Optimization. Optimization for direct-answer surfaces (Google Featured Snippets, ChatGPT direct answers).

Definition

Answer Engine Optimization. Optimization for direct-answer surfaces (Google Featured Snippets, ChatGPT direct answers).

How it matters for AI visibility

Understanding AEOis foundational to improving your brand's citation rate inside generative AI engines. AIEO tracks this signal across ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and 6 additional engines weekly, with Wilson 95% CIs on every measurement.

AIEO's measurement methodology uses Wilson 95% confidence intervals and evidence-graded recommendations. Every citation rate is sourced and graded. Read full methodology

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