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What is Google Search Console (GSC)?
Definition
Google's free webmaster tool providing search performance data, indexing reports, manual action notices, sitemap submission, and URL inspection — for verified site owners.
Why it Matters for AI Search
GSC is the only source of truth for how Google sees your site. Average position, CTR, impression data, and the index coverage report are all GSC-only. Set up GSC before any other SEO tool — it's free, official, and irreplaceable.
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