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Title Tag and Meta Description Length Tool

This tool updates as you type. Add some content and preview your result.

Last Updated March 2023

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Recommended: 50-60 characters
Recommended: 150-160 characters
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Meta length checker, snippet tool... we have it all! An awesome description will help boost your CTR and make you stand out in the search results! Try it today!
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https://example.com/page
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https://another-site.com/example
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Optimization Status
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SEO Best Practices

Title Tag Tips
  • Keep between 50-60 characters
  • Include your primary keyword
  • Make it compelling and clickable
  • Add brand name at the end
  • Avoid keyword stuffing
Meta Description Tips
  • Keep between 150-160 characters
  • Write a clear call-to-action
  • Include target keywords naturally
  • Make it engaging and unique
  • Accurately describe page content

Why Use This Tool?

Live Preview

See exactly how your snippet will appear

Real-Time Update

Preview updates as you type

Character Counter

Know exactly your character count

Smart Suggestions

Get optimization recommendations

Frequently Asked Questions

The ideal title tag length is between 50-60 characters. Google typically displays up to 60 characters in search results, though this can vary based on pixel width.

Meta descriptions should be between 150-160 characters. Google may show up to 160 characters on desktop and slightly less on mobile devices.

No, Google may choose to display different text from your page if it better matches the user's search query. However, writing good meta descriptions increases the chances they'll be used.

Title tags are an important ranking factor. Meta descriptions don't directly impact rankings but can significantly improve click-through rates, which indirectly helps SEO.