By skyforbes 
Imagine a world where people don’t type their questions into Google anymore — instead, they ask ChatGPT or another AI assistant. In this world, your content doesn’t just need to rank well; it needs to be chosen, cited, and used inside AI-generated answers. By 2026, showing up in AI Overviews (Google’s summaries) or being referenced by ChatGPT (and other AI competitors) will be a cornerstone of online visibility.
So how do you make sure your content is included? In this guide, I’ll walk you step by step — with real data, solid principles, and a clear methodology — so your content can be among those that get “summarized” and cited.
Before diving in, let’s answer the most common questions.
FAQ
Q: What is an “AI Overview”?
A: It’s an automatically generated response by Google (or another AI tool) that synthesizes the best web content for a user query, often citing sources. (Source: Backlinko, Search Engine Journal)
Q: Do I need special “AI SEO” (AEO/GEO)?
A: No. Google has confirmed that standard SEO is enough to appear in AI Overviews — there’s no need for separate “AI optimization.” (Source: Search Engine Journal)