What AEO means
AEO focuses on being the direct answer. Instead of only chasing a ranking position, you write pages that answer a question clearly enough to be quoted in a featured snippet, a voice reply or an AI-generated answer.
How to optimize for answers
- Put a short, direct answer (about 40 to 60 words) right under a question-style heading.
- Use lists, tables and numbered steps where they help.
- Keep one topic per page and match the wording people actually search.
- Add FAQ content that is visible on the page.
Free tools to help
Try the Question Finder, the Answer Box Checker and the FAQ Schema Generator.
Note: no one can guarantee a page will be cited or featured by a search engine or AI system. Treat these steps as good practice, not a promise.