Use Search Console’s Generative AI performance report to monitor AI visibility.
- Use Search Console’s Generative AI performance report to monitor AI visibility2 cited sources1 category
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Why this matters
The report provides Google-native data on impressions and performance on AI Overviews and AI Mode, guiding optimization efforts.
Hypothetical standard operating procedure
Adapt this example to your site, access, tools, and change process. It is our suggested procedure, informed by the sources below.
- Access the Generative AI performance report in Google Search Console.
- Schedule monthly exports with date ranges, filters, and property details.
- Analyze impressions by key pages and geographies to spot concentration shifts.
- Cross-reference changes with site releases or content updates.
- Preserve report snapshots for trend comparison and audit trails.
Watch for
The report only covers Google AI surfaces and should not be confused with visibility on other AI assistants.
Definition of done
Regular exports of the report show trends, impressions by page/country/device, and identify new opportunities or issues.
Sources & attribution
Original checklist wording and example SOP by Best SEO Checklist, using source-grounded AI assistance. Editorial contact: Ted Kubaitis, @tedkubaitis on Teams. Check current source guidance before implementation.