SEO Meta Tag Optimization: How to Write Titles & Descriptions People Click
In search results, users see the title and description first. Good meta tags directly lift click-through rate (CTR), which in turn affects ranking.
How to write the title
- Keep 50–60 characters to avoid truncation
- Front-load the core keyword
- Include the brand name for trust
- Unique per page, no stuffing
How to write the description
Descriptions don't directly affect ranking but decide whether users click. Use 120–155 characters to summarize the value proposition with a call to action.
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💡 Periodically use Search Console to find pages with high impressions but low clicks, and rewrite their descriptions first.