Answer Engine Optimization: How to Get Cited by AI in 2026

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the work of structuring your content and brand so AI systems can read it, trust it, and cite it in their answers. In 2026 that means genuinely useful content with a clear point of view, clean structure, consistent brand information, and the technical basics that let engines crawl and quote you. There is no separate trick. AEO is excellent SEO plus a citable layer most sites still lack.

By Vivek, Co-Founder. Published 2026-07-24. Updated 2026-07-24.