All Models
26
out of 100

AI Visibility Score

GEO Performance Overview

The AI citability audit reveals a critical deficiency with an overall AI Visibility Score of 0.0 out of 100, indicating a significant gap in our online presence and influence. The most pressing opportunity for enhancement lies in addressing the Geo Relevance, currently at 0%, which drastically hinders regional engagement and SEO effectiveness. To strategically elevate our platform’s citability, it is imperative to enhance geo-targeted content strategies and strengthen linkability signals, potentially increasing regional visibility and driving more effective internal link-building efforts.

1
Models Citing
1
AI Models
100%
Citation Rate
whoranksfor.com/internal-linking-strategies-to-boost-your-seo 2025-08-01 15:48

AI Model Performance

↗ +12% 7 days
All Models Overview Aggregated
ChatGPT 8/10
Perplexity 6/10
Claude 4/10
Gemini 7/10

Semantic Clarity & Structure

3 assessments
Semantic Clarity & Structure
Analyzes content structure, heading hierarchy, and semantic clarity to improve readability and comprehension.
Key factors: Heading hierarchy • Structural elements • Content clarity • Information extractability
Impact Score
4.87 / 10
Heading Structure Analysis
1
h1 tags
17
h4 tags
4
h3 tags
Structure Score: 3/5
Flow Issues Detected:
  • Skipped heading level: h4 followed h1
Content Structure Elements
0
Bullet Lists
0
Numbered Lists
Structure Score: 0/5
Clarity Assessment Overview
Content Segment 1: "You can add these links at the beginning middle and end of your blog posts. That way you’ll create a..."
Clarity: 3/5
Concise: 3/5
Extract: 4/5
Clarity: The paragraph starts off clearly but becomes somewhat vague when discussing the concept of 'pillar content' and 'hub'. The instructions on how to execute the strategy are not entirely explicit.
Content Segment 2: "LAST UPDATED JUNE 25 2024 I recently helped a client who had fantastic content but was struggling wi..."
Clarity: 3/5
Concise: 3/5
Extract: 4/5
Clarity: The paragraph is generally clear in describing a client's issue and the proposed solution of internal linking. However, it features a conversational style with abrupt sentence structures and lacks clear punctuation in places, which can cause momentary confusion.
Content Segment 3: "You don’t have to turn every blog post into a web of links......"
Clarity: 3/5
Concise: 2/5
Extract: 3/5
Clarity: The paragraph has a clear message about internal linking in blog posts and emphasizes the importance of placing links early for engagement. However, it uses informal language and inconsistent structure, which might confuse the reader. The mention of a '3 Placement Rule' and 'linking structure on steroids' is intriguing but could benefit from further clarification.
AI Analysis Summary

The content presents a disorganized heading structure with a gap in the hierarchy, primarily utilizing 'h4' without preceding levels, which disrupts logical flow. While the discussion of internal linking includes identifiable key concepts, the semantic clarity suffers from vague language and overly verbose sections, hindering concise extractability and understanding. Strengths include some clear semantic points about internal linking strategies, but these are often overshadowed by redundant phrases and a conversational tone that lacks precision.

Action Steps

3 found

AI-powered recommendations to improve semantic clarity and content structure.

High Priority
Optimize Heading Structure for Semantic Clarity

Create a clear and logical heading hierarchy. Use headings (H1, H2, H3) to structure content logically and guide the reader through the information flow. Ensure each section is well-defined and relevant to the overall topic.

Examples:
  • Add H2 headings for each main topic under an H1 category.
  • Use H3 subheadings to break down complex sections within H2 headings.
Timeline: 1-2 weeks • Impact: Improved content structure and easier navigation for readers, potentially increasing engagement.
Easy Effort
High Priority
Enhance Semantic Strength with Clear Definitions and Disambiguation

Define any technical terms, services, or entities clearly to avoid confusion and improve understanding. Use simple language for definitions and provide context to prevent ambiguity.

Examples:
  • Add a glossary of terms section or integrate definitions within the text.
  • Provide examples or analogies for complex concepts.
Timeline: 1-2 weeks • Impact: Improved reader comprehension and semantic strength, leading to a more accurate understanding of the material.
Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Integrate Keyword Clustering for Enhanced Topical Density

Group semantically similar keywords and phrases into clusters to ensure thorough topic coverage and improve the depth of the content. This helps in maintaining focus and reinforcing the main concepts.

Examples:
  • Identify primary and secondary keyword groups and integrate them naturally into the content.
  • Create sections or paragraphs focusing on each keyword cluster.
Timeline: 1 month • Impact: Enhanced topical density, which may lead to better search relevance and improved semantic clarity.
Medium Effort

Geo Relevance (Entity ↔ Location Mapping)

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Impact Score
0 / 30
Geographic Analysis
CRITICAL

No geographic entities or location mentions detected in the content

Geographic Assessment

The content lacks geographical relevance as it contains no extracted entities or locations, and there is no structured geo data available. The main weakness is the absence of any location mentions, leading to unclear geographical associations.

Structured Geographic Data
No structured geographic data found (Schema.org LocalBusiness, etc.)

Action Steps

4 found

AI-powered recommendations based on your audit findings to improve geographic relevance.

High Priority
Integrate Local Keywords

Research and integrate local keywords relevant to the target geographic region into the content. This includes city names, landmarks, local events, and culturally significant terms to increase the geographic relevance.

Examples: Add 'New York City' in context to emphasize location, Include 'Central Park' when describing local attractions
Medium Effort
High Priority
Create Local Landing Pages

Develop dedicated landing pages targeting different geographic areas served. These pages should include localized content, service availability by region, and local contact information.

Examples: Create a page specifically for services in 'Brooklyn, NY', Include testimonials from local customers
Hard Effort
Medium Priority
Add Location-Based Structured Data

Implement structured data markup (schema.org) with location information. This ensures search engines can accurately interpret geographic data related to your content and displays it prominently in SERP features.

Expected Impact: Enhance geographic context score and local service indicators by making location information more accessible to search engines.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Develop Partnerships with Local Organizations

Establish partnerships with local businesses or organizations to create content that is both relevant and attractive to a shared audience. This content can be co-branded and feature local insights or events.

Expected Impact: Increase location mentions and local service indicators by leveraging community connections to create location-specific content.
Hard Effort

Topical Density & Embedding Value

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Impact Score
3.67 / 10
Topic Coverage Assessment
3.7/10

Needs improvement

73%
Content Relevance
How well content matches search intent
1
Topics Covered
Key concepts identified in content
Content Topics Identified
keywords

These are the main topics and concepts your content covers effectively.

AI Analysis Summary

Action Steps

4 found

AI-powered recommendations based on your audit findings to improve topical density and embedding value.

High Priority
Enhance Keyword Clustering and Concept Relationships

Group related keywords into clusters to improve thematic consistency and enhance concept relationships. Use semantic analysis to ensure that related topics are linked and comprehensive.

Examples: Cluster related medical terms together for a healthcare blog, Group similar technological concepts for a software development article
Medium Effort
High Priority
Improve Semantic Clarity with Structured Content

Refine content structure by enhancing heading hierarchy and list organization to make the material more semantically clear and coherent.

Examples: Use nested headings for subtopics in legal articles, Organize scientific data into bullet-point lists for clarity
Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Optimize Anchor Text for Linkability Signals

Revise anchor texts to ensure they are descriptive and contextually relevant, helping to strengthen linkability signals and boost topical authority.

Expected Impact: Enhanced link attraction and improved semantic clarity by optimizing anchor text.
Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Establish Author Credentials and Trust Signals

Include author credentials and detailed citations to enhance trust signals and authority, contributing to stronger topical authority and density.

Expected Impact: Increased trustworthiness and authority, improving the topical density and user trust in the content.
Medium Effort

Trust Layer: E-E-A-T & Authorship

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Impact Score
0.5 / 10
Author & E-E-A-T Signals

No author identified.

Publication Date Present: False

Is Recent: False

External Recognition

The content does not explicitly mention any significant external recognition, awards, partnerships, or notable citations from reputable sources. It primarily discusses internal linking strategies for SEO without referencing any external validation or authority.

Review Signals
  • review
LLM Analysis Feedback

The content's E-E-A-T and authorship signals indicate weaknesses, as it lacks identifiable author information, credentials, affiliations, and significant external recognition. Furthermore, the absence of recent publication dates and notable citations diminishes its authority and trustworthiness, although the presence of review signals suggests some level of internal scrutiny.

Action Steps

4 found

AI-powered recommendations to improve your content's E-E-A-T signals.

High Priority
Enhance Author Credentials

Identify and showcase author expertise and credentials prominently on the content pages. Ensure authors have publicly available profiles linked to reputable platforms.

Medium Effort
High Priority
Improve Citation Quality

Ensure all factual claims and statistics within content are well-supported by high-quality, authoritative citations. Aim to link only to reputable sources.

Hard Effort
Medium Priority
Introduce Trust Indicators

Incorporate recognized trust signs such as security badges, accreditation logos, or third-party endorsements within the content to boost trust indicators.

Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Optimize Authority Signals

Build and display clear authority signals, such as trust seals, testimonials from recognized authority figures, or verified client logos.

Medium Effort

Prompt Match & Factual Grounding

1 assessments
Prompt Match & Factual Grounding
Analyzes how well content matches user query intent and maintains factual consistency across simulated prompts.
Key factors: Query intent alignment • Factual consistency • Answer completeness • Response directness
Impact Score
2.0 / 5
Query Assessments
Question: questions
Generated Answer: Information not found in provided text.
Directness: 5/5
Conciseness: 5/5
Completeness: 1/5
Factual: 5/5
Quality Explanation: The generated answer is directly to the point and concise, as it states that the information is not found in the text. However, it scores low on completeness because the original text does mention a client's question and provides some context about internal linking, which could be related to the question 'questions'. Therefore, the answer does not fully address the prompt as it could have provided some insights based on the text. The factual consistency is rated high because it correctly acknowledges that the text does not explicitly provide any question and answer format that matches 'questions'.
Factual Consistency Assessment
Factual Score: 5/5
Explanation: The text maintains a high level of internal consistency throughout, with each point logically supported by preceding and following statements. The narrative progresses clearly from identifying an issue with low traffic, to outlining an internal linking strategy to address it, explaining each step in a straightforward and coherent manner. There are no factual inconsistencies or unsupported claims based on the information provided in the text.

No factual issues detected.

AI Analysis Feedback

The content demonstrates strong factual consistency, providing a clear and coherent explanation of addressing low traffic through an internal linking strategy. However, it has a weakness in completeness, as it does not fully address or expand on the context related to 'questions' within the text, despite acknowledging that the direct answer is unavailable in the provided information.

Action Steps

4 found

AI-powered recommendations to improve prompt matching and factual grounding.

High Priority
Enhance Query Intent Alignment

Conduct user intent analysis to better understand the queries and align content with the precise user expectations.

Examples: Refine FAQs to match common user questions, Use search query data to refine content topics
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Optimize for Topical Density

Use keyword clustering techniques to enhance topic depth without compromising coherence, ensuring keywords naturally fit within user queries.

Examples: Organize content around keyword clusters, Develop subtopics that support main keyword themes
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Incorporate Semantic Strength Enhancements

Define services and outcomes clearly along with use of structured data to disambiguate entities and clarify service offerings.

Examples: Add schema markup for products/services, Create a glossary for industry-specific terms
Medium Effort
Low Priority
Increase Geo Relevance by Including Local Indicators

Enhance content with location specifics and regional indicators to better match geographically nuanced queries.

Examples: Include city/state mentions in service descriptions, Integrate local testimonials or case studies
Easy Effort

Linkability Signals (Vector Stickiness)

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Impact Score
3 / 15
Key Terms Analyzed
generative engine optimization whoranksfor.com who ranks for
Analysis Summary

The content's linkability signals are moderately strong, with key terms like 'generative engine optimization', 'whoranksfor.com', and 'who ranks for' persisting in LLM summaries in 1 out of 5 sampled content chunks. To improve persistence, the content could benefit from more frequent repetition and contextual usage of these key terms across the text to ensure higher retention in machine-generated summaries.

Action Steps

3 found

AI-powered recommendations based on your audit findings to improve linkability potential.

High Priority
Enhance Persistence of Key Terms in Content

Increase the presence and natural integration of key terms like 'generative engine optimization', 'whoranksfor.com', and 'who ranks for' within the content to improve their persistency in LLM analyses, thereby enhancing linkability.

Examples: Create a dedicated section or article exploring the concept of 'generative engine optimization' in depth., Refer to 'whoranksfor.com' as a primary source or case study in discussions of online ranking tools.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Develop Anchor Text Strategies for Link Attraction

Implement strategies to optimize anchor text used by partners or within your own site to ensure it includes key terms effectively, enhancing linkability.

Expected Impact: Better anchor text will guide search engines and users about the context of linked content, improving backlink quality.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Implement a Link Structure with High Link Velocity Potential

Design an internal link structure that supports and boosts the flow of link equity through prioritized pages that use or discuss key terms, increasing their potential for external links.

Expected Impact: An improved internal link structure will help distribute link equity and guide users to high-value content, increasing the chance of earning backlinks.
Hard Effort

Semantic Strength & Entity Clarity

?
Impact Score
6 / 20
Strengths Found

Pricing or outcomes are not clearly described, with no reference to costs or specific results, making it unclear what clients might expect from these services in terms of performance improvements or financial investment

Areas for Improvement
MEDIUM

The text contains some SEO jargon that might not be easily understood by those unfamiliar with the field, although certain terms are explained within context

no actions
Examples: bullet points or headings for clarity
MEDIUM

Overall, while the text has helpful information, it could benefit from more structured and explicit presentation of the offerings and expected outcomes

no actions
Examples: bullet points or headings for clarity
LOW

The content lacks geographical relevance as it contains no extracted entities or locations, and there is no structured geo data available

no actions
LOW

The main weakness is the absence of any location mentions, leading to unclear geographical associations

no actions
MEDIUM

To improve persistence, the content could benefit from more frequent repetition and contextual usage of these key terms across the text to ensure higher retention in machine-generated summaries

no actions
MEDIUM

Strengths include some clear semantic points about internal linking strategies, but these are often overshadowed by redundant phrases and a conversational tone that lacks precision

no actions
HIGH

The content's E-E-A-T and authorship signals indicate weaknesses, as it lacks identifiable author information, credentials, affiliations, and significant external recognition

no actions
Business Impact

Affects search engine optimization and discoverability

Reduces likelihood of being cited by AI models and chatbots

Action Steps

22 found

AI-powered recommendations based on your audit findings to improve citation potential.

High Priority
Define Services with Clarity and Simplicity

Revise the content to include clear, simple, and explicit definitions of each service offered in the internal linking strategy. Use straightforward language to explain what each service is, avoiding unnecessary jargon.

Examples: Define 'internal linking strategy' simply as 'a process to connect different pages on your website to boost SEO performance', List the services with straightforward descriptions and their purposes
Medium Effort
High Priority
Include Pricing and Outcome Clarity

Expand the content to include clear information about pricing structures and the specific outcomes clients can expect from each service. This can involve hypothetical scenarios or general examples to illustrate potential results.

Examples: Describe potential outcomes such as 'increased site traffic by 30% in three months' after applying internal linking strategies, Include a clear pricing model or range for each service
Medium Effort
High Priority
Integrate Local Keywords

Research and integrate local keywords relevant to the target geographic region into the content. This includes city names, landmarks, local events, and culturally significant terms to increase the geographic relevance.

Examples: Add 'New York City' in context to emphasize location, Include 'Central Park' when describing local attractions
Medium Effort
High Priority
Create Local Landing Pages

Develop dedicated landing pages targeting different geographic areas served. These pages should include localized content, service availability by region, and local contact information.

Examples: Create a page specifically for services in 'Brooklyn, NY', Include testimonials from local customers
Hard Effort
High Priority
Enhance Persistence of Key Terms in Content

Increase the presence and natural integration of key terms like 'generative engine optimization', 'whoranksfor.com', and 'who ranks for' within the content to improve their persistency in LLM analyses, thereby enhancing linkability.

Examples: Create a dedicated section or article exploring the concept of 'generative engine optimization' in depth., Refer to 'whoranksfor.com' as a primary source or case study in discussions of online ranking tools.
Medium Effort
High Priority
Optimize Heading Structure for Semantic Clarity

Create a clear and logical heading hierarchy. Use headings (H1, H2, H3) to structure content logically and guide the reader through the information flow. Ensure each section is well-defined and relevant to the overall topic.

Examples: Add H2 headings for each main topic under an H1 category., Use H3 subheadings to break down complex sections within H2 headings.
Easy Effort
High Priority
Enhance Semantic Strength with Clear Definitions and Disambiguation

Define any technical terms, services, or entities clearly to avoid confusion and improve understanding. Use simple language for definitions and provide context to prevent ambiguity.

Examples: Add a glossary of terms section or integrate definitions within the text., Provide examples or analogies for complex concepts.
Easy Effort
High Priority
Enhance Author Credentials

Identify and showcase author expertise and credentials prominently on the content pages. Ensure authors have publicly available profiles linked to reputable platforms.

Examples: Implement an author bio section with credentials, Link author profiles to LinkedIn
Medium Effort
High Priority
Improve Citation Quality

Ensure all factual claims and statistics within content are well-supported by high-quality, authoritative citations. Aim to link only to reputable sources.

Examples: Reference studies from well-known institutions, Use citations from peer-reviewed journals
Hard Effort
High Priority
Enhance Query Intent Alignment

Conduct user intent analysis to better understand the queries and align content with the precise user expectations.

Examples: Refine FAQs to match common user questions, Use search query data to refine content topics
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Enhance Structure with Bullets and Headings

Reorganize the content using bullet points and headings to clarify and emphasize the structure, making it easier for users to identify important information quickly.

Expected Impact: Increased semantic clarity and improved reader comprehension through enhanced content structure.
Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Reduce Jargon and Enhance Clarity

Identify and reduce the use of specific SEO jargon that may not be widely understood. Replace with more commonly understood terms or provide clear explanations for each jargon term used.

Expected Impact: Lower jargon density leading to increased entity clarity and easier comprehension by a broader audience.
Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Add Location-Based Structured Data

Implement structured data markup (schema.org) with location information. This ensures search engines can accurately interpret geographic data related to your content and displays it prominently in SERP features.

Expected Impact: Enhance geographic context score and local service indicators by making location information more accessible to search engines.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Develop Partnerships with Local Organizations

Establish partnerships with local businesses or organizations to create content that is both relevant and attractive to a shared audience. This content can be co-branded and feature local insights or events.

Expected Impact: Increase location mentions and local service indicators by leveraging community connections to create location-specific content.
Hard Effort
Medium Priority
Develop Anchor Text Strategies for Link Attraction

Implement strategies to optimize anchor text used by partners or within your own site to ensure it includes key terms effectively, enhancing linkability.

Expected Impact: Better anchor text will guide search engines and users about the context of linked content, improving backlink quality.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Implement a Link Structure with High Link Velocity Potential

Design an internal link structure that supports and boosts the flow of link equity through prioritized pages that use or discuss key terms, increasing their potential for external links.

Expected Impact: An improved internal link structure will help distribute link equity and guide users to high-value content, increasing the chance of earning backlinks.
Hard Effort
Medium Priority
Integrate Keyword Clustering for Enhanced Topical Density

Group semantically similar keywords and phrases into clusters to ensure thorough topic coverage and improve the depth of the content. This helps in maintaining focus and reinforcing the main concepts.

Expected Impact: Enhanced topical density, which may lead to better search relevance and improved semantic clarity.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Introduce Trust Indicators

Incorporate recognized trust signs such as security badges, accreditation logos, or third-party endorsements within the content to boost trust indicators.

Expected Impact: Establishment of implicit trust with users, which may lead to better trust_layer scores.
Easy Effort
Medium Priority
Optimize Authority Signals

Build and display clear authority signals, such as trust seals, testimonials from recognized authority figures, or verified client logos.

Expected Impact: Strengthened perception of authority, contributing to a higher trust_layer score.
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Optimize for Topical Density

Use keyword clustering techniques to enhance topic depth without compromising coherence, ensuring keywords naturally fit within user queries.

Expected Impact: Increased prompt match through focused content clusters
Medium Effort
Medium Priority
Incorporate Semantic Strength Enhancements

Define services and outcomes clearly along with use of structured data to disambiguate entities and clarify service offerings.

Expected Impact: Improved clarity on service offerings leading to higher engagement and prompt match improvements
Medium Effort
Low Priority
Increase Geo Relevance by Including Local Indicators

Enhance content with location specifics and regional indicators to better match geographically nuanced queries.

Examples: Include city/state mentions in service descriptions, Integrate local testimonials or case studies
Easy Effort