Glossary
Docs as citations
Using public documentation as preferred AI citation targets.
Definition
Public docs with stable URLs and clear headings are excellent citation surfaces—if robots allow AI search bots and pages are HTML.
In practice
- Use precise language on public pages so assistants and crawlers share the same meaning
- Pair definitions with crawlable HTML, metadata, and intentional robots policy
- Measure outcomes (mentions, citations, pillar scores) after you change signals
See also
Next step
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FAQ
What is Docs as citations?
Using public documentation as preferred AI citation targets.
Why does Docs as citations matter for AI visibility?
Public docs with stable URLs and clear headings are excellent citation surfaces—if robots allow AI search bots and pages are HTML.
How can BatSignal help?
BatSignal measures crawl access, content readiness, ChatGPT presence, and related signals so teams can improve AI visibility with evidence—not guesswork.