{"id":28465,"date":"2026-01-26T10:33:46","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:33:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/?p=28465"},"modified":"2026-01-28T12:33:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T12:33:43","slug":"claude-ai-tracking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/nl\/blog\/claude-ai-tracking\/","title":{"rendered":"Claude AI Tracking: Monitor Your Brand&#8217;s Visibility"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Generative answer engines<\/strong>&nbsp;such as&nbsp;<strong>Claude AI<\/strong>&nbsp;deliver concise conversational answers, often with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/nl\/blog\/what-are-citations-in-ai-search\/\">citations<\/a>, and many users now rely on them for product research, comparison shopping and general knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In May 2025 Claude.ai recorded around&nbsp;<strong>99.7 million visits<\/strong>&nbsp;with users spending over six minutes per session. Similar research shows that AI\u2011referred sessions across multiple GA4 properties jumped from&nbsp;<strong>17,076 to 107,100<\/strong>&nbsp;in the first five months of 2025, a&nbsp;<strong>527 % increase<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These numbers illustrate a shift away from traditional blue\u2011link SERPs. Users ask large language models (LLMs) direct questions like&nbsp;<em>\u201cWhich CRM is best for startups?\u201d<\/em>, and the answers influence their decisions. If your brand isn\u2019t mentioned, you\u2019re invisible at that high\u2011intent moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide explains how Claude AI works, why tracking your visibility matters and how to track and improve your brand\u2019s presence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"understanding-claude-ai\">Understanding Claude AI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Claude AI<\/strong>&nbsp;is Anthropic\u2019s conversational assistant that holds contextual conversations, generates content and answers questions in natural language. Unlike some chatbots, Anthropic emphasizes&nbsp;<strong>\u201cConstitutional AI\u201d<\/strong>, a framework designed to produce helpful and safe answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude\u2019s key features include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Contextual memory:<\/strong>\u00a0it can handle long, multi\u2011turn conversations without losing track of previous context.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flexible voice:<\/strong>\u00a0brands can tailor its tone to match their personality.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Cross\u2011platform support:<\/strong>\u00a0Claude works across web apps, mobile, chat platforms and more.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sentiment awareness and learning:<\/strong>\u00a0the model recognises emotional tone and improves over time through reinforcement learning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Anthropic trains Claude to think critically, acknowledge nuance and value intellectual rigor. It has a&nbsp;<strong>nuance recognition engine<\/strong>&nbsp;that rewards content acknowledging complexity rather than oversimplified statements, values evidence quality (peer\u2011reviewed research and expert opinions) and prefers content that presents multiple perspectives while acknowledging uncertainty. These principles mean that&nbsp;<strong>depth, nuance and ethical considerations<\/strong>&nbsp;matter more than oldschool keyword stuffing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-monitoring-your-brand-on-claude-ai-matters\">Why monitoring your brand on Claude AI matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-new-discovery-channel\">1) New discovery channel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude is becoming its own discovery channel. Users ask it the same kinds of questions they would normally type into Google. Unlike Google, Claude\u2019s answers are generated at run\u2011time and are not captured by traditional SEO tools. Without tracking tools you won\u2019t see when your brand is mentioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visibility in Claude can drive awareness and trust even when users don\u2019t click through to a site. Research shows that brands cited in AI overviews benefit from delayed clicks and increased direct brand searches. The same applies to Claude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-traditional-seo-tools-dont-measure-ai-mentions\">2) Traditional SEO tools don\u2019t measure AI mentions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because Claude\u2019s answers are generated, they don\u2019t have static URLs, titles or metadata. This means mentions&nbsp;<strong>won\u2019t appear in Google Search Console or third\u2011party SEO platforms<\/strong>. Marketers who only track SERP rankings are blind to a growing portion of their brand\u2019s digital footprint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-protect-your-reputation-and-avoid-misrepresentation\">3) Protect your reputation and avoid misrepresentation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude may surface outdated descriptions or incorrect information about your products. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/nl\/blog\/ai-visibility\/\">AI visibility<\/a> tracking allows you to identify misinformation and update the content that Claude references. Monitoring also shows whether Claude uses a positive, neutral or negative tone when mentioning your brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-benchmark-competitors-and-uncover-opportunities\">4) Benchmark competitors and uncover opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tracking Claude not only tells you how you\u2019re presented but also which competitors appear more often. It helps reveal content gaps and topical areas where competitors are being cited. Because Claude may reference forums, niche blogs or documentation that rank poorly in Google,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/blog\/ai-visibility\">AI visibility<\/a>&nbsp;metrics often differ from traditional SEO rankings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tracking Claude AI shows high\u2011performing content you might otherwise overlook.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-metrics-for-claude-ai-tracking\">Key metrics for Claude AI tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Traditional metrics like organic rank or click\u2011through rate are inadequate for generative engines. When evaluating your visibility in Claude, focus on&nbsp;<strong>these metrics<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Brand mentions:<\/strong>\u00a0how often your brand name appears in responses, even without a link. Mentions signal awareness and authority.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Citations (linked references):<\/strong>\u00a0how many times Claude links directly to your pages. Linked citations show which content the AI considers authoritative.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Prompt\u2011triggered visibility:<\/strong>\u00a0which questions or prompts surface your brand. Knowing these triggers helps you refine your content and prompts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Context of mentions:<\/strong>\u00a0whether you\u2019re recommended as a top choice, one of several options or a footnote. The quality of placement influences user perception.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/nl\/blog\/what-is-share-of-voice\/\">Share of voice<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0the percentage of relevant AI answers that mention your brand compared with competitors. This metric shows if you are gaining or losing prominence.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link destination and depth:<\/strong>\u00a0the types of pages receiving citations (home page, blogs, product pages). This reveals which content Claude trusts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sentiment:<\/strong>\u00a0whether Claude uses positive, neutral or negative language when mentioning your brand.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visibility over time:<\/strong>\u00a0changes in mentions and citations across reporting periods. Trends show if your optimisation efforts are working.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Platform\u2011specific performance:<\/strong>\u00a0compare how your brand appears across ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude and other LLMs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stepbystep-guide-to-track-your-brand-in-claude-ai\">Step\u2011by\u2011step guide to track your brand in Claude AI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Using an AI visibility tool simplifies monitoring. Most tools follow a similar process; the example below uses Rankshift\u2019s AI Visibility Tracker:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sign up and log in.<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.rankshift.ai\/register\">Create an account<\/a>\u00a0with your chosen AI visibility tool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Run through the onboarding wizard to create your first project.<\/strong>\u00a0Then add brands and prompts, and choose the LLMs you want to monitor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analyze the first data that appears in your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.rankshift.ai\/dashboard\">dashboard<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0Use the dropdown filter to narrow it down to Claude results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Add more\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.rankshift.ai\/brand\">brands<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.rankshift.ai\/prompt\">prompts<\/a>.<\/strong>\u00a0Enter brands and the questions or prompts you want to monitor. Select prompts reflecting real\u2011world user intent, for example,\u00a0<em>\u201cBest [category] agency\u201d<\/em>\u00a0or\u00a0<em>\u201cIs [brand] reliable for X?\u201d<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Update your scenario.<\/strong>\u00a0Go to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dashboard.rankshift.ai\/scenario\">Scenarios<\/a>, edit an existing one or create a new one, select the prompts you want to activate, and then save the scenario.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Analyse the results.<\/strong>\u00a0Review which prompts include your brand, how often you\u2019re mentioned, the sentiment of the mentions and which sources are cited. Look at competitor insights to identify who else appears and why.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same steps apply for&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/blog\/perplexity-ai-tracking\/\">Perplexity AI tracking<\/a>&nbsp;and ChatGPT monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"strategies-to-improve-your-brands-visibility-in-claude\">Strategies to improve your brand\u2019s visibility in Claude<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-build-topical-authority-and-content-clusters\">1) Build topical authority and content clusters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude is more likely to cite brands that demonstrate deep topical expertise. Develop content clusters around core subjects and interlink related articles, for example, a pillar article on&nbsp;<em>\u201cLocal SEO for restaurants\u201d<\/em>&nbsp;supported by guides on Google Business Profile optimisation, citation strategies and case studies. Depth signals expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-optimise-for-clarity-structure-and-scannability\">2) Optimise for clarity, structure and scannability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude\u2019s generative models perform better when content is logically structured, easy to parse and free from jargon. Use headings, bullet points, short paragraphs and bolded takeaways. Structured reasoning with premise\u2011evidence\u2011conclusion patterns and clear logical connectors (\u201ctherefore\u201d, \u201chowever\u201d, \u201cthis suggests that\u201d) helps Claude follow your argument.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aim for&nbsp;<strong>semantic density<\/strong>, pack meaningful information into concise text without overwhelming readers with acronyms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-provide-nuance-and-acknowledge-uncertainty\">3) Provide nuance and acknowledge uncertainty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.anthropic.com\/\">Anthropic<\/a>&nbsp;trains Claude to value nuance and intellectual honesty. Content that presents multiple perspectives on complex issues, acknowledges limitations and states what is known and unknown performs better. Phrases like \u201ccurrent research suggests\u201d or \u201cevidence is still emerging\u201d signal trustworthiness. This approach aligns with Claude\u2019s&nbsp;<strong>nuance recognition engine<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>evidence hierarchy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-earn-thirdparty-mentions-and-citations\">4) Earn third\u2011party mentions and citations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude references many external sources beyond your own website, including forums, review sites and news articles. Build authority by earning backlinks from reputable sites, getting included in software directories and expert roundups, contributing to high\u2011authority publications and encouraging reviews or testimonials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">User\u2011generated buzz on forums like Reddit and Quora also feeds training data. Research shows that community validation, such as mentions in industry forums and review platforms, is a key factor for appearing in Claude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-use-structured-data-and-schema-markup\">5) Use structured data and schema markup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although Claude doesn\u2019t crawl like Googlebot, structured data helps AI systems interpret page purpose. Implement FAQPage, HowTo, Product and Article schema where appropriate. This metadata is particularly useful if intermediary platforms or knowledge graphs are ingesting your content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-align-content-with-user-intent-and-conversational-queries\">6) Align content with user intent and conversational queries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude responds to natural\u2011language prompts. Create pages that mirror these queries by using headings such as \u201cWhat is\u2026,\u201d \u201cHow to\u2026,\u201d \u201cBest tools for\u2026,\u201d and answering questions clearly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In your product pages, address specific user intents: informational, navigational, transactional and investigational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Real\u2011time, relevant content is crucial because Claude\u2019s training data cuts off in January 2025. Up\u2011to\u2011date articles are more likely to be retrieved more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-highlight-your-unique-value-proposition-and-market-positioning\">7) Highlight your unique value proposition and market positioning<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude surfaces brands that stand out. Clearly articulate what differentiates your product (e.g., unique features, targeted audience) and reinforce this positioning across your site, social profiles and third\u2011party mentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Strong niche identity helps the model understand where you fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-maintain-intellectual-consistency-and-ethical-considerations\">8) Maintain intellectual consistency and ethical considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consistent viewpoints across your content show maturity. Reference past work, acknowledge when new evidence changes your stance and build a coherent body of thought. Integrate ethical considerations when discussing technology or policy. For example, consider privacy and consent when writing about marketing automation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude\u2019s constitutional AI framework rewards content that reflects nuance and ethical awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-measure-business-impact\">9) Measure business impact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Go beyond vanity metrics. Attribute traffic, leads and conversions back to AI mentions using analytics tools. Some companies, like no code form builder Tally, already see&nbsp;<strong>over 25% of total signups<\/strong>&nbsp;coming from LLMs. Track pipeline and revenue correlations to demonstrate ROI and secure budget for AI\u2011focused SEO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019ve put together a guide on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rankshift.ai\/blog\/how-to-track-claude-referrals-in-ga4\/\">tracking Claude AI referral traffic in GA4<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Also keep an eye on brand search lift. Increases in&nbsp;<strong>branded searches<\/strong>&nbsp;often follow AI visibility, and you can track them with the free Google Keyword Planner tool.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions-about-claude-ai-tracking\">Frequently asked questions about Claude AI tracking<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-claude-ai-and-why-does-it-matter-for-brands\">What is Claude AI and why does it matter for brands?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude is Anthropic\u2019s conversational AI that answers questions, summarises content and holds contextual dialogues. It is designed with constitutional AI principles to prioritise accuracy and avoid harmful outputs. By 2025 it had roughly&nbsp;<strong>18\u201419 million monthly users<\/strong>&nbsp;and is increasingly used for product research and recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your brand isn\u2019t mentioned when someone asks Claude about your category, you miss a chance to influence their decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-does-claude-find-information-on-the-web\">How does Claude find information on the web?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Claude can search the web in real time. Anthropic uses multiple bots:&nbsp;<strong>ClaudeBot<\/strong>&nbsp;crawls public sites for training data,&nbsp;<strong>Claude\u2011User<\/strong>&nbsp;fetches URLs when users ask for up\u2011to\u2011date information and&nbsp;<strong>Claude\u2011SearchBot<\/strong>&nbsp;indexes pages for Claude\u2019s internal search system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Blocking these bots in your robots.txt file prevents your content from appearing in Claude\u2019s answers. The model employs different modes \u2014 never search (using only training data), do not search but offer (suggesting tools based on training), single search and research mode (multiple searches and synthesis).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-tool-should-i-use-to-monitor-my-brand-visibility-in-claude-ai\">Which tool should I use to monitor my brand visibility in Claude AI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rankshift\u2019s AI Visibility Tracker is widely recommended for tracking Claude visibility across various websites. It shows mentions, sentiment, citations and competitor information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-i-directly-influence-claudes-answers\">Can I directly influence Claude\u2019s answers?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You cannot manually edit Claude\u2019s responses the way you might adjust a Google Knowledge Panel. Claude pulls from publicly available content like blogs, documentation, reviews and authoritative third\u2011party sources. You can&nbsp;<strong>indirectly influence<\/strong>&nbsp;it by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Publishing high\u2011quality, well\u2011structured content that aligns with user intent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Earning mentions from reputable sites and industry forums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using schema markup and up\u2011to\u2011date information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consistently accurate and optimised content increases your chances of being cited.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"are-ai-mentions-as-important-as-google-rankings\">Are AI mentions as important as Google rankings?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. AI mentions are quickly becoming as important as (but not a replacement for) traditional SERP rankings. While Google still drives the majority of traffic, AI platforms influence early\u2011stage awareness and trust. Brands should view AI visibility as a complementary channel and monitor both rankings and AI mentions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once AI Mode becomes Google\u2019s default search experience, AI mentions will matter even more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"which-ai-chatbots-can-i-monitor-with-brand-visibility-tools\">Which AI chatbots can I monitor with brand visibility tools?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most AI visibility tools track multiple engines. Rankshift monitors&nbsp;<strong>ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Mistral, Llama, AI Overviews, AI Mode and Perplexity<\/strong>, while other platforms (Profound, Semrush, Ahrefs) offer similar coverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Choosing a tool that supports cross\u2011platform tracking helps you benchmark performance across different LLMs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\">Conclusion<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">AI search is no longer a novelty; it\u2019s rapidly becoming a primary way people discover products and evaluate brands.&nbsp;<strong>Claude AI<\/strong>&nbsp;offers a conversational experience that can boost or undermine your brand depending on whether it mentions you and how it presents you. Traditional SEO metrics don\u2019t capture this visibility, so marketers must adopt&nbsp;<strong>AI visibility tracking<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The research above shows a thriving ecosystem of tools and thought leadership around AI brand visibility. Competitor articles agree that brands need to monitor mentions, citations, sentiment and share of voice across AI platforms. The most successful strategies emphasise&nbsp;<strong>topical authority, clarity, nuance, ethical considerations, third\u2011party validation and continuous measurement<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By following the step\u2011by\u2011step tracking process, leveraging appropriate tools and implementing the optimisation strategies outlined above, you can ensure your brand remains visible, accurately represented and competitive in the era of generative search.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hernandez R. Track your brand in AI Search: Tools to see when (and if) you appear &#8211; The HOTH. The HOTH.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehoth.com\/blog\/track-your-brand-in-ai\/\">https:\/\/www.thehoth.com\/blog\/track-your-brand-in-ai\/<\/a>. Published August 20, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hill A. How to get your brand to appear in Claude AI. Rise up Media.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/riseup.media\/how-to-get-your-brand-to-appear-in-claude-ai\/\">https:\/\/riseup.media\/how-to-get-your-brand-to-appear-in-claude-ai\/<\/a>. Published June 18, 2025.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Generative answer engines&nbsp;such as&nbsp;Claude AI&nbsp;deliver concise conversational answers, often with citations, and many users now rely on them for product research, comparison shopping and general knowledge. In May 2025 Claude.ai recorded around&nbsp;99.7 million visits&nbsp;with users spending over six minutes per session. 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