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Free Google SERP Snippet Preview Tool
Type your title, URL and meta description to see a live preview of how your page will look in Google search results — with instant warnings when you exceed the length limits that cause truncation.
Why your SERP snippet matters
Your title tag and meta description are your ad in the search results — they decide whether someone clicks your page or a competitor’s. Two pages can rank in the same position and earn wildly different traffic purely on how compelling (and how complete) their snippet is.
Google truncates titles at roughly 600 pixels (about 60 characters) and descriptions at around 920–960 pixels (about 155–160 characters). Go over and your message gets cut off with an ellipsis — often right where the value was. This preview shows you the cut-off live.
How to write a snippet that earns clicks
- Front-load the keyword in the title so it survives truncation and matches the query (Google bolds it).
- Lead with the benefit in the description — what the reader gets, not what the page contains.
- Add a soft call to action ("Learn how", "Free, no sign-up") to nudge the click.
- Stay within the limits above so nothing important is hidden.
- Make every page unique — duplicate titles and descriptions confuse Google and waste the slot.
Frequently asked questions
How long should a title tag be?
Keep it under about 60 characters (≈600 pixels) so Google does not truncate it. Front-load your primary keyword so it shows even if the end is cut.
How long should a meta description be?
Aim for 150–160 characters. Longer descriptions get cut off with an ellipsis; shorter ones waste valuable space you could use to win the click.
Does the meta description affect rankings?
Not directly, but it strongly affects click-through rate — and a higher CTR for a given position can indirectly support rankings. It is one of the highest-leverage things you can edit.
Why does Google sometimes rewrite my snippet?
Google may replace your title or description if it thinks another version better matches the query. Writing a clear, relevant, properly-sized snippet makes a rewrite far less likely.
Is this preview tool free?
Yes — free, no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser.