AI search glossary

    What is Schema.org?

    Schema.org is the shared vocabulary that Google, Microsoft, Yahoo and Yandex use for structured data.

    It defines types like Organization, Person, Article and FAQPage.

    Why it matters for your business

    Schema.org is the shared vocabulary that lets you label facts on your pages in a way all major search engines understand.

    How it works

    1. 1

      Types

      Pick what a page describes, such as Organization, Person, Article or LocalBusiness.

    2. 2

      Properties

      Fill in details such as name, address and author.

    Common misunderstandings

    Myth

    Schema.org is a Google product.

    Reality

    It's a shared project started by several search engines.

    What to do about it

    • Use the most specific type that fits your business.
    • Only mark up facts that are visible on the page.

    Questions people ask

    Which format should I use?

    Google recommends JSON-LD for most sites.

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    Defined by Dr. Radhakrishnan KG, founder of WebNamaste · Reviewed 6 October 2026