The Complete AI Citation Optimization Playbook: How to Get Cited by Every Major AI Engine in 2026
Getting cited by AI engines in 2026 isn’t guesswork. Three major studies published in March 2026 collectively analyzed over 1 million AI citations, 75,000+ AI answers, and 87 distributed stories across 8 platforms. The data reveals specific, repeatable patterns in what gets cited and what gets ignored. This playbook synthesizes those findings into an actionable framework. Every recommendation is backed by specific data points. No “best practices” platitudes. No “it depends” equivocation. Just the tactics that work, ranked by impact. ...