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How does Intent work?
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Overview

Vector provides a cutting-edge approach to keyword intent tracking, helping businesses identify high-intent buyers at the contact level rather than just at the company level. By leveraging advanced AI models and a vast publisher network, Vector delivers precise, real-time insights into who is researching specific topics, including custom-branded searches.

How Vector Tracks Keyword Intent

Unlike traditional search-based tracking, Vector does not rely on Google searches to determine keyword intent. Instead, we use a large-scale publisher network and AI-driven topic analysis to understand buyer behavior across the web.

1️⃣ Publisher Network & Data Sources

Vector partners with a network of 400,000+ publishers, including:

  • Major media sites

  • B2B publications

  • Industry review websites

  • How-to guides and educational content

When users engage with content on these sites, Vector de-anonymizes their activity at a contact level—not just a company level—providing clear insights into who is actively researching a given topic.

2️⃣ Contact-Level De-Anonymization

Unlike solutions that only identify that "someone" from a company is researching a topic, Vector tells you exactly who that person is. This allows for more precise targeting and engagement with decision-makers actively looking for solutions.

3️⃣ AI-Powered Intent Classification

Vector processes 10 billion+ signals daily, using state-of-the-art AI models to analyze content engagement. This enables us to:

  • Read and understand entire web pages to determine the true context of a user’s interest.

  • Distinguish between casual mentions vs. actual buying intent (e.g., Is a user reading a product pricing page, or did a keyword just appear in an unrelated article?).

  • Deliver more accurate intent data compared to legacy systems built on older models.

Custom Keyword Intent Tracking

Branded Search Intent

Vector’s AI allows for custom-built keyword intent models, meaning you can track highly specific searches, including:

  • Brand mentions (e.g., "Vector software")

  • Competitor intent (e.g., "Alternatives to Vector")

  • Category-level research (e.g., "Best contact based marketing solutions")

This means businesses can gain deep insights into who is researching their brand, even if that research is happening on third-party sites outside of their control.

Why Vector’s Keyword Intent is a Game-Changer

Contact-Level Precision – Know exactly who is showing intent, not just the company. ✅ Real Buyer Intent – AI-driven classification ensures you’re targeting real buyers, not casual readers. ✅ Customizable Intent Models – Track branded, competitor, and category-level searches based on your needs. ✅ Modern AI-Powered Accuracy – Built using the latest AI models for superior classification and targeting.

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