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Meta Description Checker

Meta description

Characters: 126Pixel width: 882px / 920pxBorderline

Getting close to the limit — consider trimming a little.

Enter a meta description to instantly see its character count and estimated rendered pixel width, compared against Google's roughly 920-pixel search snippet limit. A color-coded status helps you know when your description is safe, borderline, or likely to be truncated.

How to use

  1. Type or paste your meta description.
  2. Check the character count and pixel width.
  3. Adjust the text until the status shows green.

Frequently asked questions

Why use pixel width instead of character count?
Google truncates descriptions based on rendered pixel width, so pixel width is a more accurate predictor of truncation than a fixed character limit.
What's the ideal meta description length?
Aiming for roughly 120-158 characters generally keeps you well under the ~920px cutoff, though actual width depends on which letters you use.
What happens if my description is too long?
Google will typically truncate it with an ellipsis in search results, which can cut off important information or your call to action.

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