Part of the SEO audit
Check your title tags and meta descriptions
Missing or poorly sized meta tags hurt your click-through rate in search results. SiteCurl checks every page for title and description issues.
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What this check does
SiteCurl checks two key meta tags on every page: the title tag and the meta description. For title tags, it verifies the tag exists and that its length falls between 30 and 60 characters. For meta descriptions, it checks for presence and a length between 70 and 160 characters.
Tags that are too short may not convey enough information to searchers. Tags that are too long get cut off in search results, hiding your key message. SiteCurl flags both extremes so you can write tags that display fully.
Why it matters
Title tags are the first thing people see in search results. A missing title means search engines pick one for you, often poorly. A title that gets cut off loses its impact. The meta description appears below the title and directly affects whether someone clicks through to your page.
Well-written meta tags do not change your ranking directly, but they change your click-through rate. Higher CTR means more traffic from the same ranking position. For pages that already rank, fixing meta tags is one of the fastest ways to get more visitors.
How to fix it
Add a unique title tag to every page. Keep it between 30 and 60 characters. Put the most important words first. Avoid stuffing keywords or repeating your brand name on every page.
For meta descriptions, write a clear summary of what the page offers. Keep it between 70 and 160 characters. Include a reason to click: a benefit, a number, or a specific detail that sets your page apart from others in the search results.
Use your CMS or HTML editor to update these tags. Most platforms like WordPress, Shopify, and Squarespace have fields for title and description on every page.
Example findings from a scan
Missing meta description on 3 of 10 pages
Title tag is 78 characters (recommended max: 60)
Title tag missing on /blog/new-post
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Frequently asked questions
What is the ideal title tag length?
Between 30 and 60 characters. Titles shorter than 30 may not give search engines enough context. Titles longer than 60 get cut off in search results.
Do meta descriptions affect rankings?
Not directly. But they affect click-through rate, which indirectly affects how much traffic you get from a given ranking position. A better description means more clicks.
Should every page have a unique title?
Yes. Duplicate titles confuse search engines about which page to show. Each page should have a title that describes its specific content.
Can I check meta tags without signing up?
Yes. The free audit checks your home page for meta tag issues as part of a full seven-category scan. No signup required.
What if my CMS auto-generates meta tags?
Auto-generated tags are better than missing tags, but manually written ones usually perform better. Review what your CMS generates and customize the most important pages.
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