Google Says AI Search Responses Don’t Require Special Optimization

A user asked John Mueller a question about GEO on Bluesky: are there any industries where GEO isn’t required?

The user, @galloni.net, cited examples from industries like adult, gambling, and others where Google remains a major source of discovery.

Here’s what the user asked:

“are there industries where GEO simply doesn’t matter yet? I’m thinking about sectors like adult, gambling or other areas where Google still seems to drive most discovery.”

John Mueller replied:

“I’m not quite sure what you’re asking; from our POV there’s nothing really special you need to do for generative AI responses in search.”

bluesky-john replied

With the rise of AI search, many businesses have turned to GEO services to try to gain visibility in AI-generated results. However, Mueller’s response suggests that no separate optimization process is required specifically for how Google Search generates its AI responses.

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