Good length
- 120 chars -> Passes
web validator
Meta Description Length Checker
Check meta description length against common SERP ranges locally before publishing.
Results
Processing…- Status
- Processing...
- Details
- Processing...
- Characters
- Processing...
How to use this validator
- Paste or type your meta description.
- Run validate to see length and guidance.
- Trim or extend copy to stay within 70–160 chars, then re-check.
Rules & checks
Targets 70–160 characters.
Counts spaces and punctuation.
No data sent to a server.
Inputs explained
Meta description
Paste your meta description. Keep it concise, front-load the keyword and benefit.
When to use it
- Check meta descriptions before publishing blog posts or landing pages
- Standardize descriptions across bulk CSV imports
- Quick QA for SEO tickets
Common errors
- Too short to convey value
- Too long and likely to be truncated
- Leading/trailing whitespace inflating length
Limitations
- Guideline-based only; Google may rewrite snippets regardless of length.
- Does not check pixel width; focuses on character counts.
Tips
- Lead with the primary keyword and benefit
- Avoid boilerplate that wastes characters
- Use active voice and a clear CTA if space allows
Examples
Too short
- 40 chars -> Prompts to extend
Too long
- 210 chars -> Suggests trimming
Deep dive
This meta description checker counts characters locally to keep copy within common 70–160 SERP ranges without uploading text.
Use it to standardize descriptions across pages and CSV imports before launch.
FAQs
- Does this guarantee no truncation?
- No. It follows common ranges, but Google may rewrite snippets.
- Do spaces count?
- Yes, all characters are counted.
- Is anything stored?
- No. The text stays in your browser and clears on refresh.
Related validators
All validation happens in your browser. No data is sent, logged, or stored.
Guideline-based only; Google may rewrite snippets.