Free Meta Title & Description Checker – Google SERP Preview
Google typically truncates titles around 580px (~50-60 characters). Preview and check yours below.
Google preview
How to check a meta title and description
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Enter your page title
Type or paste the title tag you're considering for the page.
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Enter the URL and description
Add the page URL and meta description so the preview matches what will actually appear in search results.
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Check the character counts
Watch the live counters — they flag when your title or description is likely to get truncated.
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Adjust until it fits
Trim or rework the copy until both stay within the recommended length before publishing.
Example use cases
Publishing a new blog post
Preview the title and description before publishing so neither gets cut off in Google.
Auditing an existing page
Check whether an underperforming page's title is too long, too short, or missing a keyword.
A/B testing title copy
Compare a few title variations side by side to see which stays within the safe length.
Frequently asked questions
How long should a page title be?
Aim for roughly 50–60 characters. Google typically truncates titles around 580px of display width, so titles longer than that get cut off with an ellipsis in search results.
How long should a meta description be?
Around 150–160 characters is a safe target. Google sometimes shows longer snippets, but staying under this range keeps your description from being cut off.
Does Google always use my written meta description?
Not always. Google sometimes generates its own snippet from page content if it thinks that better matches the search query, but a well-written description still improves click-through rate when it is used.
Is this an exact pixel-perfect Google preview?
It's a close approximation based on character-count guidelines. Google's actual truncation is based on rendered pixel width, which varies slightly by character, device, and any ongoing search layout changes.