GEO Research Reports
Data-driven insights on Generative Engine Optimization. Based on continuous analysis of 7,558+ websites across 22 GEO metrics.
State of GEO — H2 2026
Comprehensive analysis of AI search readiness across the web. Average GEO Score: 49.2/100. Full methodology, distribution charts, and top performers.
Key Statistics
Headline stats with the highest citation potential. Perfect for journalists, bloggers, and industry reports.
96.2% of Websites Are Not AI-Ready in 2026
Analysis of 7,558 websites reveals 96.2% are not optimized for AI search engines. Data from the State of GEO Q2 2026 report.
How Many Websites Block AI Crawlers? We Measured 7,558
Surprising data: 86.4/100 average AI bot access score. Most websites DON'T block GPTBot, Claude-Web, or PerplexityBot.
The 18-Point Gap: Content Quality vs Technical Readiness
Technical Basis: 56.5/100. Content Quality: 38.5/100. The 18-point gap reveals the real barrier to AI search visibility.
State of Generative Engine Optimization Q2 2026
Comprehensive report on Generative Engine Optimization across 7,558 websites. Average GEO Score: 48.8/100. Full methodology and data.
State of Generative Engine Optimization Q3 2026
Q3 2026 GEO report across 80,352 baseline analyses. Average GEO Score rose to 49.9/100, up 1.2 points from Q2. Full data and trend.
Topic Deep Dives
Detailed analysis of specific GEO factors. ChatGPT citations, Schema.org adoption, E-E-A-T signals, and more.
How ChatGPT Cites Websites: Data from 7,558 Analyses
Analysis of citability signals across 7,558 websites. Learn what makes ChatGPT choose your content over competitors.
Perplexity SEO: Citation Readiness Across 7,558 Websites
Perplexity-specific optimization data. Schema.org, E-E-A-T signals, and structural elements that drive Perplexity citations.
Schema.org Adoption in 2026: Only 37.9% Get It Right
Structured data statistics for 2026. How many websites use Schema.org correctly for AI search engines?
E-E-A-T Statistics 2026: Average Score 30.9/100
Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trust signals across 7,558 websites. Average E-E-A-T score: 30.9/100.
Image Alt Text Statistics 2026: The One Metric Most Sites Get Right
69.7% of 84,791 websites score well on image alt text for AI search — the strongest metric we measure. Full data and analysis.
Page Speed Statistics 2026: Faster Isn't Always Better for AI
Data from 84,791 websites shows faster page speed does NOT correlate with higher GEO scores — the opposite, in fact. Full analysis.
For Your Role
Actionable GEO insights tailored for SEO professionals and SaaS marketers.
GEO for SEO Agencies: Data-Driven AI Search Strategy
Actionable GEO insights for SEO agencies. Statistics, benchmarks, and strategies to future-proof client campaigns.
GEO for SaaS: AI Search Optimization for B2B
Generative Engine Optimization for SaaS marketers. Data, strategies, and tactics to get cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Claude.
About the data
All research reports are based on GEO-Score's continuous measurement of a stratified sample drawn from the Tranco Top 1M list. Each website is analyzed across 22 metrics in 4 pillars (Content Quality, AI Readiness, Technical Basis, Authority & Trust).
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