The AEO Agency That Gets Your Brand
Cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity & Google AI
Answer Engine Optimization is the discipline that matters most in 2026. NetWebMedia is the specialist AEO agency that makes your brand the answer — across all six major AI search engines simultaneously.
Starting at $249/mo · No contracts · Cancel anytime
WE GET YOU CITED ON ALL SIX MAJOR AI ENGINES
THE NEW SEARCH REALITY
What Is Answer Engine Optimization?
Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is the practice of structuring your content, authority, and digital presence so that AI systems — ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, Claude, Meta AI, and Microsoft Copilot — cite your brand when answering user questions.
When someone asks ChatGPT "what's the best fractional CMO for a small business?", AEO determines whether your brand is in the answer or invisible. Traditional SEO gets you a blue link. AEO makes you the answer.
By 2026, more than 40% of search queries are resolved by AI engines without a user clicking any link. AEO is not optional — it is the primary visibility strategy for the next decade.
AEO vs. SEO — What's the Difference?
| Dimension | Traditional SEO | AEO |
|---|---|---|
| Target | Google blue-link rankings | AI-generated answers & citations |
| Engines | Google, Bing | ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI, Claude, Meta AI, Copilot |
| User behavior | Click a link, visit your site | Get the answer in the AI response — zero click |
| Key tactic | Keywords, backlinks, technical SEO | Entity authority, structured content, trusted source coverage |
| Measurement | Rankings, clicks, organic traffic | AI citation rate, brand mentions in AI responses, AEO score |
SEO and AEO are complementary. NetWebMedia runs both in parallel — strong SEO fuels AEO, and AEO amplifies your SEO authority.
HOW WE DO IT
The NetWebMedia AEO Process
1. AEO Audit
We analyze how ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google AI currently respond to queries in your category. We map where your brand appears, where competitors are cited, and what content gaps exist.
2. Entity & Authority Build
We establish your brand as a recognized entity in AI knowledge bases — through Wikipedia-style citation networks, structured data markup, and presence on high-trust sources LLMs crawl.
3. Citation-Ready Content
We produce answer-formatted content — clear, factual, citation-friendly articles, FAQs, and data pages that AI engines reference when generating responses. Every piece includes structured data and AEO-optimized formatting.
4. AI Visibility Monitoring
Our proprietary AI Visibility Monitor tracks how ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Claude mention your brand vs. competitors — in real time. You get a monthly AEO score and automated content recommendations to close gaps.
5. Trusted Source Placement
AI engines cite brands they see mentioned across authoritative, trusted sources. We secure mentions, quotes, and data references in publications, directories, and platforms that LLMs weight highly.
6. Monthly AEO Report
Every month you receive a report showing: AI citation rate by engine, new brand mentions discovered, competitor citation comparison, and the content actions taken to improve your AEO score.
AEO PRICING
AEO Is Included in Every CMO Plan
Answer engine optimization is a core component of every NetWebMedia retainer — not an expensive add-on. Start with AEO + SEO for $249/mo, or get the full stack.
CMO LITE
No setup fee
- ✓ AEO + AI citation strategy
- ✓ Monthly AEO content calendar
- ✓ SEO audit + keyword roadmap
- ✓ NWM CRM included
- ✓ Monthly async strategy note
CMO GROWTH
+ $499 setup
- ✓ Everything in CMO Lite
- ✓ Paid ads (Google + Meta)
- ✓ Social media content & posting
- ✓ Email marketing automation
- ✓ Monthly async strategy report
CMO SCALE
+ $999 setup
- ✓ Everything in CMO Growth
- ✓ Video factory (16 Reels/mo)
- ✓ Custom AI agents + voice AI
- ✓ White-glove onboarding
- ✓ Daily Slack access
FAQ
Common Questions About AEO
What is Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)? +
Answer Engine Optimization is the practice of structuring your content so AI systems like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Claude cite your brand when answering user questions. Unlike traditional SEO, which targets ranked links, AEO targets the zero-click answers AI engines generate directly.
How is AEO different from SEO? +
SEO gets you ranked on Google's blue-link results. AEO gets you cited inside AI-generated answers. AEO requires structured content, entity authority, citation-friendly formatting, and presence on sources LLMs trust — things traditional SEO does not fully address. NetWebMedia runs both strategies in parallel since strong SEO authority directly fuels AEO citation rate.
Which AI engines does your AEO service target? +
We target all six major answer engines simultaneously: ChatGPT (OpenAI), Perplexity AI, Google AI Overviews (Gemini), Claude (Anthropic), Meta AI, and Microsoft Copilot. Each engine has different citation signals — we optimize for all of them.
How long does it take to get cited by ChatGPT or Perplexity? +
Most clients begin seeing initial citations within 60 to 90 days. Consistent citation across all major AI engines typically takes 3 to 6 months, depending on existing domain authority and content depth.
How much does AEO service cost? +
AEO is included in every NetWebMedia CMO plan. CMO Lite starts at $249/mo and covers AEO strategy, citation monitoring, and monthly content. Full-stack AEO with paid ads and social is included in CMO Growth at $999/mo. See full pricing →
Can AEO replace SEO? +
No — and you wouldn't want it to. AEO and SEO are complementary: strong SEO builds the domain authority AI engines trust, and that authority directly improves your AEO citation rate. NetWebMedia always runs both together for compounding results.
Ready to Become the Answer?
Request a free AEO audit. We'll show you exactly where ChatGPT and Perplexity are citing your competitors instead of you — written report delivered within 48 hours, no call required.
Or email us: hello@netwebmedia.com