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GEO and AEO optimisation

AI search optimisation: GEO and AEO without the myths

AI search systems do not need a magic file. They need a website they can discover, understand and trust. At GE-KO, we first fix the SEO foundation, then improve content, company entities, evidence and technical accessibility for modern search.

  1. 1Crawlindexing, robots, sitemap
  2. 2Understandingstructure, entity, content
  3. 3Evidencereferences, authorship, real data
  4. 4MeasurementSearch Console, analytics, conversions
Four steps, in this order: crawl → understanding → evidence → measurement.

Foundation

What actually matters in AI search?

  • Technical SEO foundation

    If Google or another search engine cannot properly crawl, index and connect your pages, an extra layer of “AI optimisation” will not solve the underlying problem. We first address technical accessibility, indexing, internal links, canonicals, redirects and performance.

  • Content that answers

    People and AI systems both need clear answers. Service pages and articles should quickly explain what you offer, who it is for, how it works, the expected price range where appropriate and what the reader can do next.

  • Entity and evidence

    Clear company information, references, project examples, authorship, publicly verifiable details and consistent brand information help search systems understand who is behind the content.

Verified at the source

Google 2026: what is actually confirmed

  • `llms.txt` is not a Google ranking signal

    Google has clarified that llms.txt is not required for Google Search and does not, by itself, have a positive or negative effect on rankings or visibility. It may still be useful for other systems, which is why we do not treat it as an SEO shortcut.

  • No special GEO schema is required

    Google does not require special AI markup for its generative search features. We use structured data to describe real information about a website and business more clearly — not as a shortcut into AI results.

  • FAQ content can still be useful

    A well-written FAQ can answer a visitor's question quickly. Google no longer displays FAQ rich results, so FAQ schema is not something we build an SEO strategy around.

  • AI visibility can be measured

    Google Search Console now includes reporting for generative search. Where data is available, we can monitor impressions, pages, countries, devices and changes over time.

Source: Google Search documentation: AI features and your website, AI optimisation guide, Generative AI performance reports, Documentation updates

What the review covers

What a GE-KO GEO/AEO review covers

GEO/AEO is not a separate package of random “AI tricks” for us. It is an extension of sound SEO into the way modern search systems summarise, connect and surface information.

  • crawlability and indexing
  • robots, canonicals and sitemap
  • CDN/WAF accessibility for legitimate search crawlers
  • a clear company entity and consistent business information
  • Organization/LocalBusiness schema where appropriate
  • well-structured service content
  • questions and concise direct answers
  • references and verifiable examples
  • internal linking and topical clusters
  • descriptive image alt text
  • Google Search Console data
  • generative Search data where available
  • referral visits from ChatGPT and other sources where analytics can identify them
  • conversion tracking and calls to action

No myths

What we do not sell as a magic AI trick

GEO and AEO introduced a lot of new terminology. It is therefore important to separate useful work from marketing promises.

  • llms.txt as a guarantee of Google AI visibility
  • a generic “AI score” presented as an official Google ranking signal
  • mass-produced FAQ schema
  • auto-generated articles with no original value
  • guaranteed mentions in ChatGPT or AI Overviews
  • guaranteed number-one rankings

We can improve technical accessibility, clarity, content quality and evidence. No external provider can guarantee the final source selection or display decisions of an individual search system.

Measurement

How we measure results

  • Google Search

    Clicks, impressions, CTR, pages and search queries from Search Console.

  • Google generative results

    Where the report is available, we monitor URL impressions in Google's generative experiences and how they change over time.

  • AI referral traffic

    Analytics can identify visits from sources such as ChatGPT where a referrer is available.

  • Conversions

    The final goal is not visibility on its own, but qualified enquiries, calls, submitted forms or another agreed business action.

Start with the free check

First we establish whether you have a problem at all. If your site is technically sound, we tell you so and stop there.

  • Quick check

    Free

    Five technical checks, answer within one working day.

    • AI crawler access in robots.txt
    • Whether llms.txt exists
    • Basic structured data
    • Whether content is readable without JavaScript
    • Loading speed
    • A short reply by email — no strings attached
    Request the free check
  • Most popular

    AI analysis

    + VAT€290

    A full report with actions, plus a re-check after 40 days.

    • All eight checks
    • Server log review to confirm crawlers really arrive
    • Test queries for your brand and two competitors
    • Google's AI visibility report (Search Console): setup and interpretation
    • Content structure review with concrete suggestions
    • A prioritised action list — what first, what can wait
    • A re-check after 40 days — included in the price
    • Written in plain English, without jargon
    Order the analysis
  • Implementation

    + VATfrom €390

    We carry out the actions from the analysis for you.

    • robots.txt and AI crawler access set up correctly
    • llms.txt prepared
    • Structured data for your business and services
    • Content reworked into a form that can be summarised
    • A re-check once the work is done
    • The analysis fee is deducted if you order within 30 days
    Ask about implementation

Prices apply to a typical brochure or business website. For larger sites and online stores we prepare a tailored quote.

Monthly AI visibility monitoring

AI answers change from month to month. For €29 + VAT per month we track Google's report on impressions in AI answers (Search Console), crawler access and test queries, and tell you what has changed. It is an add-on to the maintenance package (€35 + VAT/month) — €64 + VAT per month in total.

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Frequently asked questions

More questions and the contact form on the enquiry page.

Does llms.txt improve Google AI visibility?

Not directly. Google has clarified that llms.txt is not required for Google Search and has no positive or negative effect on Search rankings or visibility. The file may still be useful for other systems, but we do not treat it as a Google SEO signal.

Do I need a special GEO or AEO schema?

No. Google does not require special “AI schema” for its generative search features. Structured data remains useful when it accurately describes visible information such as an organisation, article, product or local business.

Does FAQ schema still help?

FAQ content can be very useful for visitors and for structuring clear answers. Google no longer shows FAQ rich results, so adding FAQ schema by itself is not a strategy for better visibility.

How can we check whether a website appears in Google's AI results?

Google Search Console includes reporting for generative results. Where a domain has data, we can review impressions, pages, countries, devices and trends over time and compare them with normal organic performance. Step-by-step guide

Can you guarantee that ChatGPT will recommend my company?

No. No external provider can guarantee which source an AI system will choose for a specific answer. We can improve technical accessibility, clarity, references and other evidence that makes a website easier to understand and verify.

Start by finding out what is actually worth fixing

If you already have a website, you do not need to start with a large project. First, check the technical condition, SEO foundation and AI readiness. We can then decide which changes have the most value for your specific case.

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