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Measurement & Attribution
Share of Search
A brand's share of branded search volume in its category, a leading indicator of market share.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Share of search is a brand's share of branded search volume within its category, calculated by comparing searches for the brand with searches for all competing brands. Researchers have found it can serve as a leading indicator of market share, and because search data is freely available, it offers a low-cost way to track brand health.