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Definition
Inline Sources
Inline Sources are links embedded directly in the body of an AI response (often next to a claim or brand name), not shown as a separate citation list.
Why Inline Sources Matters
They appear in-context, where the user is already reading—so they can drive better clicks than "reference lists."
Key Factors
- Citeability of your content (clear facts, examples, data)
- Domain authority and trustworthiness
- Relevance match between content and query
- Structured, extractable information format