Why is my business not in Google AI Overviews?
Google’s AI Overviews summarize an answer from pages in Google’s index. If your business never appears, start with whether Google can index and understand your pages at all.
Check indexing first
In Google Search Console, check that your important pages are indexed and that your sitemap was read. A page that is not indexed cannot be summarized.
Answer the question on the page
AI Overviews pull from pages that answer the question directly. Give each service a page with plain sentences about what it is, who it is for and where you offer it, and add FAQ answers to questions people really ask.
Structured data and your profile
Structured data helps Google understand the page (Google Search Central). Use only facts visible on the page. Keep your Google Business Profile consistent with the site.
Not every search shows one
Google does not show an AI Overview for every query. AEO Pro reports “not shown for these questions” rather than counting it as a miss.
Check where you stand
Get a free AI check: your AI-readiness score, the questions we asked and which businesses AI names instead of you. Essentials ($49/month) fixes your homepage; Complete ($199/month) covers every page. Cancel anytime, 30-day money-back guarantee.
Questions
Can I opt in to Google AI Overviews?
No. There is no sign-up. Google picks sources from its index; your job is to be indexed and to answer the question clearly.
Does Google-Extended affect AI Overviews?
Google-Extended controls whether your content is used for Gemini models and grounding. AI Overviews in Search are governed by Googlebot and normal Search controls.