AI SEO Auckland
Rank on Google. Get cited by AI. Both.
We optimise Auckland businesses for Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, and Claude — so you get found and cited however your customers search.
Auckland's AI SEO & GEO Specialists
Kiwi Web Design provides AI SEO and Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO) for Auckland businesses — from $500/month. Services include schema markup, llms.txt setup, AI crawler configuration, entity authority building, and content structured for citation by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Google AI Overviews, and Claude. Based in Grey Lynn, Auckland — 4.9★ Google rating from 50+ clients. No lock-in contracts.
Why Kiwi Web Design for AI SEO
Auckland's AI search specialists — not a bolt-on service.
Most agencies treat AI SEO as an afterthought. We build it into every site and strategy from day one. Our own site runs on Astro — a modern static framework that loads faster and is easier for AI crawlers to parse than WordPress. We've deployed llms.txt, configured AI crawler access, and implemented comprehensive schema markup before most agencies even knew these existed.
The AI Search Shift
Search is changing. Your SEO strategy should too.
AI-generated answers now appear above organic results for more than half of all searches. We optimise for every platform your customers use.
Google AI Overviews
AI-generated summaries appear above organic results for most searches. We structure your content with answer-first paragraphs and FAQ schema to get pulled in.
- Answer-first content structuring
- FAQ & HowTo schema
- Featured snippet targeting
ChatGPT & SearchGPT
When customers ask ChatGPT about local services, your business should appear. We build entity authority and third-party citations that ChatGPT draws from.
- Entity authority building
- Third-party citation development
- Structured data for context
Perplexity
Perplexity cites sources with links — making it the most direct traffic driver among AI tools. We optimise your content for source attribution.
- Source attribution optimisation
- Authoritative linked content
- Citation-worthy formatting
Gemini & Bing Copilot
Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot both weight structured data and Bing Webmaster signals. We ensure your schema and indexing covers both ecosystems.
- Bing Webmaster setup
- Schema emphasis for Copilot
- Cross-platform structured data
Claude
Anthropic's Claude uses llms.txt and crawlable content to understand businesses. We configure crawler access and content structure for Claude's indexing.
- llms.txt configuration
- ClaudeBot crawler access
- AI-readable content structure
AI SEO Services
Every layer of modern search optimisation.
From technical foundations to AI-citability content and digital PR — we cover every ranking signal that matters in 2026 and beyond.
Generative Engine Optimisation (GEO)
Structure your content so it gets cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and Gemini — not just ranked in blue-link results.
- AI-citability content audits
- Answer-first content structuring
- Entity & topic coverage
- llms.txt setup
AI-Ready Schema Markup
Comprehensive JSON-LD structured data that tells AI systems who you are, what you do, and why you're authoritative.
- LocalBusiness & Service schema
- FAQ & HowTo schema
- speakable properties
- sameAs entity linking
AI-Assisted Content Strategy
We use AI tools to research competitor content gaps, identify question clusters, and produce content that matches search intent at scale.
- Keyword & topic clustering
- Competitor content gap analysis
- AI-drafted, human-reviewed copy
- Content calendar planning
Technical SEO & Core Web Vitals
Fast-loading, crawlable, mobile-first sites that satisfy Google's technical ranking requirements from day one.
- Core Web Vitals optimisation
- Crawl efficiency
- Sitemap & robots.txt
- Page speed audit & fixes
Local AI SEO
Appear in Google Maps, local AI Overviews, and 'near me' searches. We optimise your Google Business Profile and local content footprint.
- Google Business Profile optimisation
- Local schema markup
- Suburb landing pages
- Review velocity strategy
AI Search Visibility Tracking
We track not just rankings, but how your brand appears in AI-generated answers — a new metric most agencies ignore.
- AI mention monitoring
- GBP insights reporting
- Search Console integration
- Monthly AI visibility report
Community & Platform Visibility
AI systems heavily weight Reddit, Quora, and forums when generating answers. We build your presence on the platforms AI models trust most.
- Reddit & Quora authority building
- YouTube video SEO
- Industry forum presence
- Platform-specific content
Digital PR & Brand Authority
Earned mentions on trusted sites build the entity authority that AI systems use to decide who to cite. We get your brand named where it matters.
- NZ media & directory outreach
- Industry publication mentions
- Brand entity clarification
- Authority signal building
Real Results
What our clients achieve.
Traditional vs AI SEO
What we do differently.
Standard SEO agencies optimise for blue links. We optimise for the full search landscape.
Traditional SEO only
- Optimise page titles & meta descriptions
- Build backlinks
- Target keyword rankings
- Improve page speed
What we add with AI SEO
- Structure content as direct answers AI can cite
- Add comprehensive JSON-LD schema (speakable, FAQ, HowTo)
- Build entity authority via third-party mentions
- Set up llms.txt and AI crawler access
- Optimise for AI Overviews and featured snippets
- Track AI citation mentions monthly
- Build community presence on Reddit, Quora & YouTube
- Configure AI crawler access (ChatGPT-User, PerplexityBot, ClaudeBot)
How It Works
Audit, plan, build, report.
A structured monthly engagement that compounds over time.
AI Visibility Audit
We audit your current visibility across Google, AI Overviews, and AI chat tools. You get a clear picture of where you appear — and where you're missing.
Strategy & Content Plan
We identify the highest-impact keyword clusters, AI-answer opportunities, and schema gaps. A prioritised roadmap tailored to your industry.
Implementation
Technical fixes, schema markup, content production, GBP optimisation, and on-page SEO — deployed in a structured monthly sprint.
Track & Report
Monthly reporting covering rankings, organic traffic, AI citations, and GBP insights — so you can see the return on every dollar spent.
Client Reviews
What our SEO clients say.
"Charlie built our site from scratch in under two weeks. We went from having nothing online to ranking on page one for 'scaffolding Auckland'. Enquiries started coming in within the first month. Worth every dollar."
"I was getting zero enquiries online. Within three months of launching the new site, I'm getting two to three calls a week from the website alone. Charlie set up Google Ads at the same time and it's paid for itself many times over."
"Had a basic site that wasn't generating anything. Charlie fixed the SEO, rewrote the homepage, and set up a Google Ads campaign targeting emergency plumber searches. Best business investment I've made this year. The phone rings every day now."
Pricing
AI SEO Pricing for Auckland Businesses
No lock-in contracts. Every engagement starts with a free AI visibility audit.
AI SEO Foundations
From $500/mo
For businesses wanting AI-ready technical setup alongside foundational SEO.
- AI-ready schema markup (JSON-LD)
- llms.txt setup & configuration
- Google Business Profile optimisation
- AI crawler access configuration
- On-page SEO for up to 5 pages
- Monthly AI visibility report
GEO Growth
From $1,000/mo
Full GEO + traditional SEO for competitive Auckland markets.
- Everything in AI SEO Foundations
- AI-citability content audits
- Entity & topic optimisation
- Content creation (2 pages/month)
- Link building & citations
- Monthly performance reports
AI Authority
From $2,500/mo
Maximum AI visibility for competitive industries.
- Everything in GEO Growth
- Digital PR & brand authority building
- Community platform visibility
- Advanced schema (speakable, sameAs)
- Competitor AI visibility monitoring
- Weekly reporting & strategy calls
AI SEO Questions Answered
Common questions from Auckland businesses about AI search, GEO, and generative engine optimisation.
What is AI SEO and how is it different from regular SEO?
Traditional SEO focuses on ranking in Google's blue-link results. AI SEO (also called Generative Engine Optimisation or GEO) focuses on getting your content cited or featured in AI-generated answers from Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and similar tools. The techniques partially overlap — structured content, schema markup, authority signals — but GEO adds new layers like entity optimisation, citability structuring, and llms.txt setup.
Do Auckland small businesses really need to worry about AI search?
Increasingly, yes. Google AI Overviews now appear on more than 58% of searches in the US and are rolling out globally. If someone asks 'best plumber in Ponsonby' and Google generates an AI answer, your business either appears in it or doesn't. We help you appear.
How do you get a business cited in ChatGPT or Perplexity?
AI systems draw from crawlable web content, third-party mentions, and structured data. We improve your citability by: structuring content as direct answers, adding comprehensive schema markup, building authoritative mentions on third-party sites, and ensuring your GBP and directory presence is strong and consistent.
What is a GEO score?
A GEO (Generative Engine Optimisation) score measures how likely AI systems are to cite your content. We assess factors like content citability, schema completeness, technical crawlability for AI bots, and brand mention presence across AI-training sources.
Does AI SEO replace traditional SEO?
No — it extends it. Traditional ranking signals (links, speed, mobile performance, keyword relevance) still matter. AI SEO adds new optimisation layers on top. We do both together — see our full SEO services Auckland and local SEO offerings.
How much does AI SEO cost?
Our AI SEO packages start from $500/month for a foundational GEO setup. Full AI SEO strategy and content production runs $1,000–$2,500/month depending on industry competitiveness and content volume. See our pricing section for full details.
What is the difference between GEO and AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation)?
GEO (Generative Engine Optimisation) focuses on getting cited in AI-generated content from tools like ChatGPT and Perplexity. AEO (Answer Engine Optimisation) focuses on appearing in answer boxes and featured snippets in traditional search. Both target similar content strategies — structured answers, schema markup, and authority signals. We cover both under our AI SEO service.
What is llms.txt and does my website need one?
llms.txt is an emerging standard — similar to robots.txt — that helps AI systems understand your website's structure and key content. It tells AI crawlers what your business does, what pages matter most, and how to interpret your site. Most NZ agencies don't implement this yet. We do — our own site has one, and we set them up for every client.
How do you track AI citations and mentions?
We monitor how your brand appears across AI platforms including Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Gemini. Monthly reports show where you're being cited, which queries trigger mentions, and where there are gaps to target next.
Can you help my business appear on Reddit and Quora?
Yes. AI systems heavily weight community platforms like Reddit and Quora when generating answers. We build authentic presence on these platforms through helpful, authoritative content that positions your business as a trusted source — which directly increases your chances of being cited by AI tools.
Ready to rank on Google and in AI answers?
Free AI SEO audit — we'll show you exactly where you appear, and where you're missing out.