Meta tags and descriptions are HTML elements that provide information about a webpage to search engines and website visitors. They help search engines understand the content of a page, making it easier for users to find and navigate your website.
Meta Tags
Meta tags are small pieces of code that are placed in the header of a web page. They provide metadata, which is information about the page that is not displayed on the page itself. There are several types of meta tags, including:
Meta Title: The title tag is the most important meta tag. It is displayed in the search engine results page (SERP) and is used as the title of the page. It should accurately summarize the content of the page and include relevant keywords.
Meta Description: The meta description is a brief summary of the page’s content. It is displayed in the SERP and is meant to entice users to click on the link. It should be concise, informative, and include relevant keywords.
Meta Descriptions
A meta description is an HTML element that provides a brief summary of a web page. It is displayed as part of the search snippet in a search engine results page (SERP) and is meant to give users an idea of the content that exists within the page and how it relates to their search query.
A well-written meta description should:
Be concise and informative
Include relevant keywords
Entice users to click on the link
Be unique and different from other pages on the site
In summary, meta tags and descriptions are essential elements that help search engines understand the content of a webpage and provide users with a summary of what the page is about. By using relevant and descriptive meta tags and descriptions, you can improve the visibility and ranking of your website in search engine results.
Where do I update my meta tags and descriptions?
These can be added/updated on the SEO page in the Dashboard (Settings > Search Engine Optimization).
Meta info from content pages
Meta info for your content pages (title and description) is taken from your content titles and content descriptions automatically.
How can I test my meta tags?
You can use this site to test your meta tags: heymeta.com
How do I add meta images (social images)?
External links with more info
"How to Write Click-Worthy Meta Descriptions Every Single Time" https://neilpatel.com/blog/meta-description-magic