Meta Description Length Checker

Validate your meta description length against Google's display limits.

Length: 0 / 160 characters (short)

Too short — aim for 120–160 characters.

What is Meta Description Length Checker?

Meta descriptions are the snippet of text shown under the title in search results. Google typically displays 120–160 characters on desktop and 100–120 on mobile. Anything longer gets cut off mid-sentence, which hurts click-through. Anything shorter than 120 is a wasted opportunity to pitch the click.

Frequently asked questions

Does Google always use my meta description?▼

No — Google often rewrites descriptions to match the user's query. But a well-written description is still used most of the time and influences CTR when shown.