Titles and meta descriptions influence clicks in search results. Use this free meta title checker to see character counts and a snippet preview so you can stay within recommended lengths and avoid truncation.
Meta Title & Description Checker
Enter your page title and meta description to see character counts and a Google-style snippet preview. Aim for ~50–60 characters for the title and ~150–155 for the description.
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Why Length Matters
Google often truncates long titles (around 60–70 characters on desktop, less on mobile) and long descriptions (around 155–160 characters). Keeping within these ranges helps your full message show and can improve click-through rate.
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FAQ
- How long should a meta title be?
- Aim for 50–60 characters so the title is less likely to be truncated in Google results. Google may show up to ~70 characters, but shorter titles often display fully on mobile.
- How long should a meta description be?
- Aim for 150–155 characters. Google often truncates descriptions around 160 characters, so staying under that keeps your full message visible.
- Is this meta title checker free?
- Yes. Our meta title and description checker is free with no signup. For more SEO and growth tools, see our GEO audit and tools hub.