A zero-click search is when the user gets their answer directly in search results without clicking any link. With AI, zero-click becomes the norm, making AEO essential for visibility.
What is Zero-Click?
Zero-click searches provide users with direct answers without requiring them to visit a website. This includes Featured Snippets, Knowledge Panels, and AI responses.
The Zero-Click Phenomenon
- Over 50% of Google searches are zero-click
- AI assistants amplify this trend
- Users get answers without leaving the interface
Strategy for Zero-Click World
Rather than fighting zero-click, adapt:
- Be the cited source in AI answers
- Build brand recognition through mentions
- Create content that encourages deeper exploration
- Develop direct user relationships