Meta Description Length Checker

Paste a meta description and see the live character count — and whether it fits Google's ~120–160 sweet spot.

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What's the ideal meta description length?

Google typically displays around 120–160 characters of a meta description in search results (the exact cutoff is pixel-based and varies by device). Under ~120 characters usually wastes space you could use to earn the click; over ~160 risks being truncated with an ellipsis. This tool counts as you type and tells you when you're in range.

Tips for a good description

Write for the human, not the algorithm: describe what the page delivers, include the primary term naturally, and give a reason to click. Every page should have its own unique description — duplicated descriptions are a common thin-site tell.

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