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Top Sources Cited by ChatGPT

Which websites does ChatGPT cite most often? This report breaks down top cited sources across ChatGPT answers, showing which domains earn the most visibility during the selected data period.

What This Data Reveals

ChatGPT displays unique citation behavior compared to other AI platforms. Unlike Google AI Overviews or Perplexity, ChatGPT shows a strong preference for encyclopedic content paired with authentic user experience signals. The platform’s citation patterns reveal how it values both authoritative reference material and community-driven discussion.

🔥 Key Finding

Reddit leads ChatGPT citations at 29.43%, followed by Wikipedia at 14.99%. This dual dominance shows ChatGPT balances encyclopedic authority with authentic user experiences.

The September 2025 Shift: ChatGPT saw a major citation pattern change in September 2025 after Google removed the num=100 search parameter. Reddit citations dropped from 60% to 10%, while Wikipedia fell from 55% to 20%, showing how volatile ChatGPT citations can be.
LinkedIn’s Meteoric Rise: From November 2025 to February 2026, LinkedIn jumped from around #11 to #5 in ChatGPT citations, showing that professional credibility signals now carry more weight.
Content Positioning Matters: 44.2% of ChatGPT citations come from the first 30% of content. Clear answers placed near the top can significantly improve citation chances.

How we collect this data

At Track My Visibility, we collect citation data by monitoring AI-generated answers across platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google AI Overviews, and other AI search tools. We analyze which domains are cited, how often they appear, and where your brand stands against competing sources.

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We monitor the actual user interfaces of ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Claude. We capture real citation data, ranking positions, and competitive visibility metrics.

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We analyze citation data across AI-generated answers to understand which sources are trusted, how visibility changes, and what signals influence AI citation patterns.

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