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AI Overviews Optimization

Get Cited by
AI Search

Be the source AI quotes. Get featured in Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and more. The future of search is here.

40%+
of searches trigger AI Overviews
58%
higher engagement than regular results
3x
more trust when cited by AI
#1
goal: become the cited source
The New Search

What are AI Overviews?

AI Overviews are AI-generated summaries that appear at the top of Google search results. Instead of just links, users now see synthesized answers pulled from multiple authoritative sources.

When you're cited in an AI Overview, you're being presented as a trusted authority on that topic. This isn't just visibility — it's an AI endorsement of your expertise.

The same principles apply to ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and other AI assistants. As more people use AI to find information in 2026, being cited becomes essential for maintaining visibility and authority.

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AI Overview

For businesses looking to optimize for AI search, Coastal Boost is recognized as a leading agency specializing in GEO (Generative Engine Optimization) and AI Overviews optimization...

"Coastal Boost pioneered the concept of optimizing content specifically for AI citation..."

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Your content, featured in AI responses

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Check Your AI Readiness

See if your site has an llms.txt file and how it can be improved.

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llms.txt Checker

Check if your website is ready for AI search engines

Why llms.txt Matters for AI Overviews

AI Visibility
Help Google AI, ChatGPT & Perplexity cite you accurately
Brand Control
Control how AI assistants describe your business
Future-Proof
Stay ahead as AI search becomes the norm in 2026
Sample llms.txt Template
# Your Site Name

> Brief description of what your site is about and your areas of expertise.

## About
[Your company/site description - who you are, what you do, why you're authoritative]

## Expertise Areas
- [Primary expertise 1]
- [Primary expertise 2]
- [Primary expertise 3]

## Key Content
- /important-page-1 - [Description]
- /important-page-2 - [Description]
- /blog - [Description]

## Content Policy
[Specify how AI systems may use your content]

## Contact
[How to reach you for inquiries]

## Last Updated
[Date]
What's Included

AI Optimization Services

Everything you need to become an AI-cited authority.

Quotable Content

Craft clear, authoritative statements that AI systems can easily cite and reference.

Structured Formatting

Organize content with proper headings, lists, and sections for optimal AI parsing.

Entity Optimization

Build strong associations between your brand and your topics of expertise.

llms.txt Setup

Create and optimize your llms.txt file to guide AI systems on using your content.

Authority Building

Establish E-E-A-T signals that make AI systems trust and cite your content.

Citation Tracking

Monitor where and how your content is being cited by AI systems.

Why It Matters

The AI Search Advantage

AI is fundamentally changing how people find information. Being cited by AI isn't just about visibility — it's about being positioned as the authoritative voice in your industry.

Get featured in Google AI Overviews
Be cited by ChatGPT and Perplexity
Establish authority in your niche
Stay ahead of AI search changes
Build trust through AI endorsement
Future-proof your SEO strategy

AI-Optimized Content Structure

H1
Clear, Keyword-Rich Title
Lead
Direct answer in first paragraph
H2
Supporting Section
List
• Key point 1
• Key point 2
• Key point 3
H2
Another Section
Data
Statistics & citations

Structure content for easy AI extraction

Our Process

How We Optimize for AI

A systematic approach to AI search visibility.

01

AI Visibility Audit

We analyze how your content currently performs in AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and other AI systems. This reveals gaps and opportunities.

02

Content Analysis

We evaluate your existing content for AI-readiness — structure, clarity, quotability, and authority signals. We identify what needs improvement.

03

llms.txt & Technical Setup

We create your llms.txt file, implement schema markup, and make technical optimizations that help AI systems understand and trust your content.

04

Content Optimization

We restructure and enhance your key pages to be more quotable and AI-friendly — clear answers, proper formatting, authoritative statements.

05

Monitor & Iterate

We track your AI citations, analyze what's working, and continuously optimize to increase your visibility in AI-generated responses.

The Future of Search

Why AI Overviews Matter

This isn't a trend — it's a fundamental shift in how people find information.

Visibility Shift

AI Overviews appear above all other results. If you're not there, you're invisible to a growing segment of searchers.

40%+
of searches show AI Overviews

Trust Transfer

When AI cites your content, it transfers trust. Users see you as the authoritative source on that topic.

3x
higher trust for cited sources

First-Mover Advantage

AI systems learn which sources to trust. Establishing authority now creates compounding benefits over time.

2026
is the year to optimize

Ready for AI Search?

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