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How AI-generated content performs in Google Search: A 16-month experiment

Ali NematiAli Nemati6 hours ago45 sec read2 views

The 16-month experiment demonstrated that while AI can generate content quickly, it cannot replace comprehensive SEO strategies. Initially, the AI-generated content saw promising traffic and impressions, but these declined sharply after three months due to a lack of authority, expertise, credibility, and unique insights. By month six, only 3% of pages remained in the top 100 rankings, with visibility remaining low for most of the experiment despite a brief spike during Google's August 2025 spam update. A follow-up experiment showed that adding new AI content can temporarily boost impressions on existing older posts but does not guarantee lasting gains. The key takeaway is that while AI can speed up content creation, it cannot replace human oversight and SEO best practices for sustained success.

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