AI citation is when platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, or Google AI Overviews use your brand, content, or data as a source in their answers.

Does ranking #1 on Google guarantee AI citations?

No. A strong Google ranking does not guarantee that a brand or page will be cited by AI search platforms.

Why don't ChatGPT and Perplexity cite the same sources?

Each platform uses different retrieval systems and citation graphs, so the sources they select can vary significantly.

Do backlinks help with AI citations?

Backlinks still have value, but current research suggests that unlinked brand mentions can have a stronger correlation with AI citation than backlinks.

What type of content is most likely to get cited by AI?

Original data, proprietary research, benchmarks, and content that offers information other websites don't have are strong candidates for AI citation.

Does schema markup improve AI citations?

The impact of schema markup on AI citations remains contested. It is better treated as content-structure and extractability hygiene rather than a proven citation strategy.

How Brands Get Cited by ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and Perplexity

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