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How to Tell If AI Is Recommending Your Business
Quick answer: To tell if AI is recommending your business, simply ask the AI tools (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Google AI) the questions your customers would ask and see whether you appear. Do it regularly, try different phrasings, and note where you're mentioned or missing. Also watch for referral traffic from AI tools in your analytics. It's not yet a precise science, but regular checking shows whether your AI visibility is improving. 🚀
Wondering if AI sends you customers? Here's how to actually check. 💖
How to check your AI visibility
- Ask the AI tools — the questions customers ask
- Try variations — different phrasings
- Check regularly — track over time
- Watch analytics — referrals from AI tools
- Note gaps — where you're missing
💡 Ask the questions your customers ask. The simplest test: type your customers' real questions into ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI, and see if you come up. Do it monthly and watch whether your visibility grows as you improve your content.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if AI recommends my business?
Ask AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI the questions your customers would ask and see if you appear. Do it regularly with different phrasings, and watch for AI referral traffic in your analytics.
Can I track AI referral traffic?
Increasingly, yes — some analytics tools now show visits from AI tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity. It's still early and imperfect, but it's a growing way to measure AI-driven visits.
How often should I check my AI visibility?
Monthly is a good rhythm. AI answers change as your content and authority improve, so regular checking shows whether your efforts are moving the needle over time.
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Written by
Kate, founder of Chronically Online
I help Gold Coast and Brisbane businesses grow with branding, websites and marketing that actually works.
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