How do I test if I'm being cited?
Summary
Build a repeatable test set: define 30-100 priority prompts, run them weekly in major engines, record citations/mentions, and correlate changes to page updates/releases. Consistency and documentation are key.
Detailed Answer
1. Define priority prompts (30-100):
- Questions your target audience asks
- Queries where you want to appear
- Mix of branded and non-branded
2. Run weekly tests:
- Test across major engines (ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude)
- Document date/time of tests
- Use consistent testing environment
3. Record results:
- Citation present: Yes/No
- Type: Link, mention, source panel
- Position/prominence
- Competitors also cited
4. Correlate to changes:
- Note page updates
- Track content releases
- Monitor ranking changes
Tools: Consider automation or dedicated AI monitoring tools.