Overview
The geolocation setting in LLM Visibility does not simply filter a regional dataset. It actively injects geolocation signals into live AI platform requests so that responses reflect what a real user in the selected country would receive. This article explains the general mechanics of how that works and what to expect across different AI platforms.
How Geolocation Injection Works
When you select a country in LLM Visibility, the platform routes the query through a scraper provider that manipulates the outbound IP address to match the selected country. This means the AI platform receives the request as if it originated from a real user in that country, producing geographically relevant responses.
- Geolocation injection works at the network level — the AI platform sees a country-appropriate IP and responds accordingly.
- This is true geolocation injection, not post-collection filtering. The responses you see reflect what a real user in that country would receive from the AI.
Supported Granularity
Geolocation injection currently operates at the country level. The specific granularity available and any workarounds for more targeted simulation (such as city-level queries) may vary depending on your plan and platform. If you need finer geographic targeting than what the country selector provides, contact our support team for guidance on your specific use case.
Platform-Specific Behavior
Geolocation injection may not behave identically across all AI platforms available in LLM Visibility. Different platforms handle country-level signals in their own ways, which can affect how consistently geolocation is reflected in the responses you receive. If you notice unexpected behavior on a specific platform, note the platform name, the country selected, and the query used so our team can investigate.
Need Help?
If you experience results that do not match your expected geography, or if you have questions about how geolocation simulation applies to your specific use case, our support team can help. When reaching out, please have ready: the platform you were using, the country you selected, the query text, and any example responses that appeared incorrect.
If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type human teammate to be connected with a member of our team.