Google SERP Preview

See exactly how your page will appear in Google search results. Check title, description, and URL formatting.

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AI Search Insights for SERP Optimization

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Title tags shape AI answer citations

When AI engines cite your page in their answers, they typically use your title tag as the link text. A clear, descriptive title increases the chance users click through from AI-generated answers — not just from traditional search results.

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Meta descriptions are AI summaries

AI answer engines frequently pull from meta descriptions when generating short summaries of cited pages. A well-crafted description isn't just for Google's snippet — it's your pitch to every AI engine that references your content.

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Pixel width matters more than character count

Google truncates titles based on pixel width (~580px on desktop), not character count. Narrow characters (i, l, t) buy you more space than wide ones (M, W). The 60-character rule is a safe guideline, but the real limit is visual width.

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URL structure signals topic to AI

Clean, descriptive URLs help AI engines categorize your content. A URL like /tools/serp-preview tells both Google and AI engines exactly what the page covers, improving topical relevance matching.

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What this Google SERP preview tool does

Paste a page title, URL and meta description, and this free tool shows exactly how your page will look in Google's search results — on desktop and mobile — with live pixel-width limits so your title and description don't get cut off.

How to write a title and description that don't get truncated

Title: aim for about 50–60 characters (~580px). Lead with the main keyword and keep your brand at the end.
Meta description: about 150–160 characters. Say what the page offers and give a reason to click; Google may rewrite it, but a good one often shows.
Mobile: titles are shorter on phones — check the mobile preview, since most searches are mobile.

Frequently asked questions

How long should a title tag be?

Aim for about 50–60 characters, or roughly 580 pixels, so Google doesn't cut it off. This tool shows the live pixel width as you type.

How long should a meta description be?

Around 150–160 characters. Longer descriptions get truncated with an ellipsis in the results.

Does this SERP preview match Google exactly?

It's a close, pixel-based approximation of Google's desktop and mobile layout. Google sometimes rewrites titles and descriptions, but matching the length limits keeps your snippet clean.

Is this SERP preview tool free?

Yes, it's free, needs no sign-up, and runs in your browser.

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