Key takeaways
- GEO Audit Checklist: 20 Factors for AI Overview Visibility in 2026 — focus on one metric or lever at a time; validate with data before scaling spend.
- Pair reading with free Growthegy calculators (LTV, ROAS, break-even, pricing) to turn ideas into numbers.
- Bookmark growthegy.com/tools/ and run the Business Strategy Quiz when you need a prioritised roadmap.
Use this list after you run a free geo audit or free geo visibility audit pass. It complements any generative engine optimisation audit workflow.
20 factors
- Clear page purpose in H1 and title
- Meta description matches intent
- Direct answer in first 2–3 sentences
- Logical H2/H3 hierarchy
- Lists and tables for scannability
- Consistent entity names (brand, product)
- Internal links to supporting pages
- External citations where claims need proof
- FAQ block aligned with real questions
- Author or brand byline where appropriate
- Date published / updated when relevant
- Image alt text that describes content
- No contradictory facts across sections
- Mobile-readable layout
- Fast LCP on key templates
- Article / Product JSON-LD matches UI
- FAQPage schema only if FAQs visible
- BreadcrumbList for navigation clarity
- No thin duplicate near-URLs
- Re-run free GEO audit after changes
Automate scoring: free GEO / AEO audit tool