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LLM visibility

Definition. LLM visibility is how often, and how favourably, a brand appears in the answers large language models give to relevant questions. It is measured by running a fixed panel of prompts against each engine on a schedule and logging mentions, citations and recommendations.

The metric only means anything if the prompt panel stays stable. Change the prompts and the numbers move, which makes month-to-month comparisons meaningless unless the panel is fixed.

Three levels are worth separating: being mentioned, being cited with a link, and being recommended as the answer. Brands often have plenty of the first and none of the third.

Tools in this category range from $29 a month for a handful of prompts to enterprise contracts covering nine engines.

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Frequently asked questions

What does LLM visibility mean?

LLM visibility is how often, and how favourably, a brand appears in the answers large language models give to relevant questions. It is measured by running a fixed panel of prompts against each engine on a schedule and logging mentions, citations and recommendations.

Why does LLM visibility matter for AI SEO?

The metric only means anything if the prompt panel stays stable. Change the prompts and the numbers move, which makes month-to-month comparisons meaningless unless the panel is fixed.

What is the most common mistake with llm visibility?

Tools in this category range from $29 a month for a handful of prompts to enterprise contracts covering nine engines.

Last verified 2 August 2026. Prices, plans and features on this page were read on each vendor's own site on that date. Vendors change pricing often, so confirm before you buy. Spotted an error? Tell us and we will fix it.

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