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Google Gemini

Gemini is Google's flagship AI, deeply integrated with Google Search and the broader Google ecosystem. Your Google SEO directly influences Gemini responses.

In this guide

  • How Gemini integrates with Google Search
  • Understanding AI Overviews (SGE)
  • Optimisation strategies for Google's ecosystem
  • The massive context window advantage
8 min read Prerequisite: Model Comparison
Aug 2024

Training Cutoff

1M+

Context Window

Yes

Web Search

Google

Provider

The Google Ecosystem Advantage

Gemini has unparalleled access to Google's data:

Key Takeaway

Your Google SEO is your Gemini optimisation.

If you rank well in Google Search, you're well-positioned for Gemini. Focus on traditional SEO fundamentals while also building your Google Business Profile and YouTube presence.

AI Overviews (Search Generative Experience)

Gemini powers Google's "AI Overviews", which are AI-generated summaries that appear at the top of search results for many queries. Getting cited in these overviews is increasingly important.

Optimising for AI Overviews

  • Target question-based queries with clear, direct answers
  • Use structured content with clear headings
  • Include factual, verifiable information
  • Maintain high E-E-A-T signals

Gemini Model Variants

Latest

Gemini 2.5 Pro

Most capable model with January 2025 cutoff. Best for complex reasoning tasks.

Gemini 2.0 Flash

Fast responses with August 2024 cutoff. 1M token context window. Powers many Google products.

Gemini 1.5 Pro

Previous generation with massive 1M+ token context window. Still widely used.

Optimisation Strategies for Gemini

1. Master Google SEO

Everything you do for Google Search helps with Gemini. Focus on E-E-A-T, quality content, and technical SEO.

2. Build Your Knowledge Graph Presence

Claim and optimise your Google Business Profile. Ensure entity information is consistent across Google properties.

3. Create YouTube Content

Gemini can access YouTube transcriptions. Video content about your brand extends your visibility within the Google ecosystem.

4. Target Featured Snippets

Featured snippet content often gets incorporated into AI Overviews. Structure content to directly answer common questions.

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