Meta Description Length Checker

Check meta description characters and words.

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Check meta description length

A meta description should summarize the page clearly enough for searchers to decide whether to click. Paste a description to check characters, words and a search snippet hint. It is useful for SEO QA, content refreshes, landing pages, ecommerce pages and article publishing.

Snippet-friendly summary

Use the result to tighten vague descriptions and keep the strongest message near the beginning.

Frequently asked questions

What is a good meta description length?

A common drafting range is roughly 120 to 160 characters.

Will search engines always use my meta description?

No. They can generate a different snippet for a specific search query.

Should every page have a unique description?

Yes. Unique descriptions help each page explain its own purpose.