AEO
Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO)
Get Cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Bing Copilot & Google AI Overviews
Quick Answer
Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) is the practice of optimising your website's content to appear in AI-generated answers from ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Bing Copilot. VGraple is one of India's first and most experienced AEO agencies. Our AEO services include structured data implementation, conversational content restructuring, entity optimisation, FAQ schema, and llms.txt setup. AEO services start from ₹20,000/month.
What's Included
Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) - Our Services
AI Search Visibility Strategy
A comprehensive strategy to appear in ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Bing Copilot answers for your target keywords and questions.
Featured Snippet Optimisation
Structuring content in paragraph, list, and table formats that Google extracts for Position Zero featured snippets - the primary source for many AI answers.
FAQ & Structured Data Implementation
Creating comprehensive FAQ sections with FAQPage, HowTo, and Speakable schema markup so AI engines can directly extract and cite your answers.
Conversational Content Architecture
Rewriting and restructuring your content to answer questions the way users ask them to AI assistants - conversational, direct, authoritative.
Knowledge Graph & Entity Optimisation
Establishing your business, team, and expertise as trusted entities in Google's Knowledge Graph through structured data, Wikipedia-style about pages, and citation building.
Voice Search Optimisation
Optimising for voice queries used with Google Assistant, Siri, and Alexa - conversational, local-intent, and question-based search patterns.
llms.txt & AI Bot Access Setup
Creating and deploying llms.txt and robots.txt configurations that explicitly allow GPTBot, ClaudeBot, PerplexityBot, and other AI crawlers to index your content.
Why VGraple
What You Get with AEO
- Appear in ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini answers for your target keywords
- Google AI Overview mentions drive high-intent traffic with strong purchase signals
- AEO is a first-mover advantage - most Indian businesses are not yet optimised
- Builds long-term brand authority that compounds as AI search grows
- Complements traditional SEO - not a replacement, but a powerful addition
- Establishes VGraple clients as category experts cited by AI assistants
Get a Free Consultation
Tell us about your AEO goals and we'll build a tailored strategy for you.
Our Process
How We Deliver AEO
AI Visibility Audit
We test what AI engines currently say about your business, your competitors, and your industry keywords.
Question Mapping
We identify every question your target customers ask AI assistants and map them to content opportunities.
Content Restructuring
Existing content is rewritten with direct answers, conversational headings, and structured data markup.
Schema & Technical Setup
FAQPage, HowTo, Speakable schema, llms.txt, and AI bot access configured.
Entity Building
Citations on Clutch, GoodFirms, Crunchbase, and LinkedIn to establish business entity trust.
Monthly Monitoring
We monitor AI answer appearances, track brand mentions in AI outputs, and refine strategy monthly.
FAQ
AEO - Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) services, answered by our specialists.
What is Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO)?
Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) is the process of optimising your website and digital presence to appear as the cited source in answers generated by AI assistants such as ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, Bing Copilot, and Gemini. As these AI tools answer user queries, they pull information from trusted web sources - AEO ensures your business is that trusted source.
Is AEO different from SEO?
Yes and no. Traditional SEO targets Google's blue-link results. AEO targets AI-generated answer boxes, Google AI Overviews, and responses from AI chatbots. AEO requires conversational content, robust FAQ sections, structured data (schema), and entity building - elements that overlap with SEO but require specific expertise.
Why does AEO matter for my business?
AI search usage is growing exponentially. Surveys show that over 25% of internet users now use AI assistants (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google Bard) for product and service research before buying. Businesses cited in AI answers gain free, high-intent visibility that competitors without AEO optimisation will miss.
How does Google AI Overview affect my website traffic?
Google's AI Overview appears above organic results for many queries, displaying AI-generated summaries with source citations. Businesses cited in AI Overviews gain brand authority and click-through traffic. Businesses not cited lose visibility even if they rank #1 in traditional results.
How do I get my business cited by ChatGPT?
ChatGPT (GPT-4o) cites web sources when its browsing plugin or Bing is enabled. Key factors: your website must be indexed and accessible to GPTBot (not blocked in robots.txt), you need authoritative content that directly answers common questions, and you need backlinks from trusted sources. VGraple's AEO service addresses all these factors.
What is llms.txt and why do I need it?
llms.txt is a text file placed at your domain root (yoursite.com/llms.txt) that provides AI language models with a structured overview of your website - pages, services, and key information. It acts as a table of contents for AI crawlers, helping them understand your business better. VGraple creates and maintains llms.txt for all AEO clients.
How long does it take to appear in AI search results?
Initial improvements can appear within 4-8 weeks as AI crawlers re-index updated content. Full visibility improvements, particularly in Perplexity and ChatGPT, typically show within 3-6 months of implementing a comprehensive AEO strategy.
How much do AEO services cost in India?
VGraple's AEO services start from ₹20,000/month for small businesses. Mid-market AEO retainers range from ₹35,000-₹75,000/month depending on the number of AI platforms targeted, content volume, and the level of entity building required. Contact us for a free AEO audit and custom quote.
Still have questions?
VGraple has been delivering Answer Engine Optimisation (AEO) services since 2011. Headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, we serve 700+ businesses across India, UK, US and Australia. Our team combines deep expertise with transparent reporting and no lock-in contracts.