Google AI Search Penetration Rate Surges from 15% to 43% in One Year, User Dwell Time Significantly Extended
Source:
techcrunch.com
Google AI Overviews' share in search results has surged from 15% to 43% over the past year, and AI Mode monthly visits have also risen from 126 million in June 2025 to 279 million in May 2026. User search behavior has subsequently undergone significant changes, with average search length continuing to rise; short keyword queries are being replaced by more natural conversational questions, and user time spent on the Google platform has significantly increased.