04/09/2026
FAQ FRIDAY: Is SEO the same as AEO?
Short answer: No.
Here's the difference your business needs to know:
SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) focuses on ranking your web pages in traditional search results when people look for links.
AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation) structures your website content so AI engines (like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and AI search overviews) can extract, cite, and deliver your business as the direct answer.
To dominate local search today, you need a strategy that covers both.
Want to make sure your website is ready for both Google and AI search? Let's talk.
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