Which schema markup types actually matter for AEO

Schema.org has hundreds of types. For AEO, seven do almost all the work.

The seven that matter

TypeUse it for
OrganizationSitewide. Names the entity.
WebSiteSitewide. Names the site itself.
BreadcrumbListEvery internal page. Helps engines understand hierarchy.
FAQPageFAQ pages, capability pages, blog posts with Q&A.
HowToStep-by-step pages (e.g. installation, rollout).
ArticleLong-form editorial content.
BlogPostingBlog posts. Stacks with FAQPage if there is a Q&A section.

How SiteSonar handles it

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