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Google SERP Preview

Preview how your page will appear in Google search results

✏️SERP Input

Page Title

0/60 charactersDesktop limit

Meta Description

0/160 charactersDesktop limit

Page URL

View:

💻Meta Tags

<!-- Fill in the fields above to generate meta tags -->

👁️Google Preview (Desktop)

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example.com

example.com > your-page

Your Page Title Will Appear Here

Your meta description will be shown here. Write a compelling description to improve click-through rates from search results.

📊Optimization Status

Title

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Description

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URL

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SEO Tips

- Keep titles between 50-60 characters for best results
- Include your primary keyword near the beginning of the title
- Meta descriptions should be 150-160 characters
- Write compelling descriptions that encourage clicks
- Use clean, descriptive URLs with keywords
- Mobile results truncate more aggressively than desktop

About Google SERP Preview Tool

The Google SERP Preview tool helps you visualize exactly how your webpage will appear in Google search results before publishing. By optimizing your title tags and meta descriptions, you can significantly improve your click-through rates (CTR) from organic search results and drive more qualified traffic to your website.

Your search snippet is often the first interaction users have with your website. A well-crafted title and description can mean the difference between a click and a scroll-past. Studies show that optimized meta descriptions can increase CTR by up to 30%, making this one of the highest-impact SEO activities you can perform.

This tool provides real-time character counting with color-coded indicators, both desktop and mobile preview modes, and automatic meta tag code generation. It helps content creators, SEO professionals, and web developers craft the perfect search snippets that attract clicks while staying within Google's display limits.

Key Features

Real-time Google search result preview for both desktop and mobile views
Character counter with color-coded indicators (green, yellow, red) for title and description
Visual progress bars showing how close you are to character limits
Automatic URL breadcrumb formatting matching Google's display style
Meta tag code generation with one-click copy functionality
Optimization status dashboard showing title, description, and URL readiness
Separate character limits for desktop (60/160) and mobile (50/120) views
Truncation preview showing exactly where Google will cut off your text
Clean, accurate Google SERP styling that matches the real search interface
SEO tips panel with best practices for crafting effective search snippets

How to Use the Google SERP Preview Tool

Enter your page title: Type your title tag in the title field and watch the character counter to stay within the recommended 50-60 character range.
Write your meta description: Craft a compelling description that summarizes your page content and includes a call-to-action, keeping it under 160 characters for desktop or 120 for mobile.
Add your page URL: Enter the full URL of your page to see how the breadcrumb trail will appear in search results.
Toggle between views: Switch between Desktop and Mobile preview modes to ensure your snippet looks great on both device types.
Review optimization status: Check the status dashboard to see if your title, description, and URL are all properly optimized.
Copy meta tags: Click "Copy Meta Tags" to get the ready-to-use HTML code including title, meta description, and canonical link tags.

Use Cases

SEO optimization: Preview and refine your search snippets before publishing new pages or blog posts to maximize click-through rates.
Content marketing: Craft compelling meta descriptions for content pieces that entice users to click through from search results.
Website audits: Review existing page titles and descriptions to identify truncation issues and optimization opportunities.
Client presentations: Show clients exactly how their pages will appear in Google before making changes to their website.
A/B testing planning: Draft and compare multiple title and description variations to find the most compelling combination.
E-commerce product pages: Optimize product page snippets to include key selling points, prices, and calls-to-action within character limits.
Mobile-first optimization: Ensure your snippets are effective on mobile devices where over 60% of searches now occur.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this tool free?

Yes, the Google SERP Preview tool is completely free to use. There are no usage limits, no account required, and no premium features locked behind a paywall.

Is my data secure?

Yes. All previews are generated entirely in your browser. Your titles, descriptions, and URLs are never sent to any server or stored anywhere. Your content remains completely private.

What is the ideal title tag length?

Google typically displays the first 50-60 characters of a title tag on desktop and around 50 characters on mobile. Aim for 50-60 characters to avoid truncation while including your primary keyword and brand name.

What is the ideal meta description length?

For desktop search results, aim for 150-160 characters. For mobile, keep it under 120 characters. Google may sometimes display longer or shorter snippets depending on the search query, but these ranges are generally safe.

Does Google always use my meta description?

No. Google may choose to generate its own snippet from your page content if it determines that a different excerpt better matches the user's search query. However, a well-written meta description is used in the majority of cases.

Why do desktop and mobile have different character limits?

Mobile screens are narrower, so Google truncates titles and descriptions at shorter lengths to fit the smaller display. Since over 60% of searches happen on mobile, it is critical to optimize for both screen sizes.

Tips & Best Practices

Front-load keywords: Place your most important keyword near the beginning of your title tag to ensure it is visible even if the title gets truncated.
Include a call-to-action: Use action words in your meta description like "Learn," "Discover," "Get," or "Try" to encourage clicks.
Make each page unique: Avoid duplicate titles and descriptions across your site. Each page should have a distinct snippet that accurately reflects its specific content.
Optimize for mobile first: Since most searches happen on mobile, ensure your key message fits within the shorter mobile character limits before expanding for desktop.
Use clean URLs: Short, descriptive URLs with keywords perform better in search results and are easier for users to read and trust.
Test multiple variations: Draft several title and description options, preview each one, and choose the combination that is most compelling and informative.