What is generative engine optimisation (GEO)?
Generative engine optimisation (GEO) is the practice of structuring and optimising your content so AI search engines reference, cite and recommend your brand when they answer users' questions. It is the next evolution of SEO, adapted for AI-powered search.
Is GEO replacing SEO?
No. GEO builds on SEO rather than replacing it. SEO helps you rank in traditional search results, while GEO helps you get cited in AI-generated answers. Most businesses benefit from doing both together.
Which AI platforms does GEO target?
GEO targets AI-powered search and assistants such as ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, Gemini, Perplexity and Microsoft Copilot.
How do you measure GEO success?
We track how often your brand is cited in AI answers, your share of AI visibility versus competitors, branded query performance, and traffic and enquiries from AI platforms.
How long does GEO take to show results?
Timelines vary by industry and authority. Some improvements can appear within a couple of months, while durable citation strength takes longer. We focus on steady, sustainable progress.
Is GEO only for large companies?
No. AI engines favour clarity, relevance and authority rather than company size, so SMEs can earn AI citations too. GEO is still emerging, which gives early movers an advantage.
What's the difference between GEO, AI SEO, Google AI Overviews and AEO?
AI SEO is the broad practice of optimising for AI-driven search. GEO focuses on getting cited by generative engines like ChatGPT and Perplexity. AEO focuses on being the direct answer to a question. Google AI Overviews are Google's AI summaries at the top of search. A good strategy addresses all of them together.
What are prompts in generative engines?
Prompts are the natural-language questions people type into AI tools. GEO involves researching the prompts your customers use, then structuring content so AI draws on your brand when answering them.
Do I need to update my existing content for GEO?
Often, yes. Much of GEO involves restructuring existing content into clearer, answer-first, well-marked-up formats AI can cite, rather than creating everything from scratch.
Can I implement GEO without overhauling my website?
Usually. Most GEO work involves content structure, schema and authority signals that can be added to your current site without a full rebuild.