The reporting is strongest when each metric has a clear definition and the limitations are disclosed. Successful business-content requests are separated from failed probes and technical discovery. Retrieval is not labelled as citation. Server requests are not called human visitors. Confirmed referrals require an identifiable browser referrer. The aim is to report observable evidence accurately rather than produce the biggest possible number.
Walkthrough of AI visibility reporting and the distinction between discovery, retrieval, citations and referrals.
