Meta Description Checker
Check your meta description length in characters and pixels against Google's typical display limits, with a live search-result preview — free, fast and private.
Type a description to check its length and pixel width.
Search preview will appear here.
How to use Meta Description Checker
- Paste or type your meta description into the box.
- Check the character count and estimated pixel width (Google typically shows about 155-160 characters).
- Read the verdict and preview how the snippet may look in search results.
- Edit the description until it fits, then copy it for your page.
Note: this tool runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ideal meta description length?
About 150 to 160 characters. Google usually truncates longer descriptions, though the exact cut-off varies by device.
How is the pixel width estimated?
The tool measures the text with your browser's canvas using a typical snippet font (about 14 px Arial), so wide letters count more than narrow ones.
Does Google always use my meta description?
No. Google may rewrite the snippet from page content if it thinks another text matches the search better. A good description still improves clicks.
Is my description uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything runs in your browser and your text is never sent to a server.