I’m excited to announce the launch of the AI Overview Library, the largest single collection of information dedicated to understanding Google’s AI Overviews. This comprehensive library is designed to help SEOs, website owners, and content creators like you understand what AI Overviews are, how they work, how to capture visibility in them, measuring performance, and so much more. Whether you’re looking for research, actionable insights, or tools to measure your performance, I believe the AI Overview Library has something valuable for you.

Building the AI Overview Library

Over the past year, I’ve written quite a bit about AI Overviews and its earlier incarnation, Google Search Generative Experience (SGE). As I continued to write, I found myself constantly referencing the work of other experts and publications, including Kevin Indig, Mark Traphhagen and seoClarity, Yulia Deda and SE Ranking, Advanced Web Ranking, John Shehata, my research partners at Authoritas, and many more.

To keep track of the ever-growing information, I initially started compiling a reference document summarizing the various articles, research studies, tools, and legal updates. This document grew into a more structured page on my website I kept hidden, which I realized could be incredibly useful for others too. What started as a simple reference guide for myself quickly expanded to include FAQs and AI Overview tracking tools, forming what I now share with you: the AI Overview Library. I do want to thank Garrett Sussman from iPullRank, Nikki Healey from Go Fish, and my SEO teammate Erin Gerety for their indispensable thoughts in helping make this even better!

What You’ll Find in the AI Overview Library

I’ve organized the AI Overview Library into four main sections, each designed to deepen your understanding of Google’s AI Overviews and their impact on SEO. Visit the AI Overview Library main page for a full view of what the library offers and find direct links to some of the best resources on AI Overview research, FAQs, and tools for tracking performance.

Google AI Overview Library Main Page Overview

The main page of the AI Overview Library acts as a gateway to all the valuable insights and resources included. Here, you’ll find an introduction to why this library was created, key highlights of what each section covers, and updates on new content additions. It serves as your starting point to explore detailed articles, get answers to frequently asked questions, and discover tools to monitor your SEO performance as it relates to AI Overviews.

AI Overviews Research: Comprehensive Insights and Strategies

The AI Overviews Research section provides an in-depth collection of information and resources designed to help you quickly find and understand all facets of AI Overviews. Each entry offers a brief summary of the key points, allowing you to quickly grasp the main insights while still linking to the full content.

The section features content from my own research and insights, as well as contributions from a variety of experts. It includes my latest studies on AI Overviews, practical SEO optimization strategies, and technical articles explaining how AI systems like LLMs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation work. You’ll also find interviews and perspectives from industry leaders, along with Google’s official announcements and publications. Additionally, the section covers important legal and regulatory issues, exploring the impact of AI on competition and digital content, while incorporating diverse viewpoints from other respected voices in the industry.

While I will update this page regularly, I do not plan for the AI Overviews Research section to be exhaustive. Having said that, I am certain that, as time goes on, I will have to separate the sections into their own pages.

AI Overview FAQ: Your Questions Answered

The AI Overview FAQ section offers straightforward answers to frequently asked questions about Google AI Overviews, including how they function, their impact on SEO, and how to optimize your content for this new search format.

It covers a range of topics, from basic information about what AI Overviews are and how they differ from traditional search results, to technical insights on the role of Google’s Gemini AI and content selection criteria. You’ll also find guidance on SEO strategies, tracking tools, and performance monitoring.

Additionally, the section addresses the legal and regulatory landscape, exploring current investigations, misinformation concerns, and antitrust issues. This FAQ is designed to provide practical insights, whether you’re new to AI Overviews or looking for advanced optimization techniques.

AI Overview Tracking: Top Tools

The AI Overview Tracking section provides a curated list of resources to help you monitor and analyze the impact of AI Overviews on your SEO, rankings, and traffic. As AI Overviews continue to reshape search results, staying informed about these changes is essential for competitive SEO strategies. The section includes a variety of free and subscription-based tools that offer capabilities such as tracking AI Overview appearances, analyzing cited sources, monitoring keyword performance, and evaluating the impact on search visibility. Tools featured include Advanced Web Ranking, Ahrefs, Authoritas, Semrush, SE Ranking, and more.

I do want to note that this list is not a review or direct comparison of the tools. Given the rapid pace of change in AI Overview technology and search, it would be premature to compare tools in detail. The playing field is changing very quickly, with tools frequently updating their features to adapt to the changes Google makes. As such, any comparison made now would quickly become outdated.

For the time being, I aim to provide a neutral overview of what each tool offers without ranking or evaluating them against one another. The section will continue to grow as new tools and features emerge, with updates to ensure it reflects the latest developments. If you have a tool you’d like to see added, feel free to reach out. Additionally, if any information about a tool is not accurate, please let me know so I can update it quickly.

Why the AI Overview Library Matters

Google’s AI Overviews have the potential to change the way search works, influencing how content is displayed and interacted with. For those of us in SEO, we have to understand these changes to better adapt our strategies. The AI Overview Library aims to be your go-to resource, offering not only the latest insights but also practical tools to measure your progress. By sharing this collection, I hope to make it easier for you to navigate the shifts in search and refine your approach based on the most up-to-date information.

What’s Next?

First, bookmark the AI Overview Library and share with your teams, colleagues, and anyone else who might be interested!

Second, I’ll continue to expand the existing sections of the AI Overview library as new insights and tools emerge. I will be adding new sections as well. My goal is to keep the AI Overview Library a living, evolving resource that grows alongside the latest advancements in AI-driven search. If you have suggestions, questions, tools, or topics you’d like to see covered, please let me know.

Visit the AI Overview Library today to start exploring, learning, and optimizing your SEO for the future of search.