Glossary
First-party evidence
Facts published on your own domain that AI systems can cite.
Definition
Relying only on third-party review sites cedes attribution. Publish first-party pricing, methodology, and comparisons you want cited.
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 First-party evidence?
Facts published on your own domain that AI systems can cite.
Why does First-party evidence matter for AI visibility?
Relying only on third-party review sites cedes attribution. Publish first-party pricing, methodology, and comparisons you want cited.
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.