Writing meta descriptions

Craft meta descriptions that improve click-through rates.

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What's a Meta Description?

The short preview text that appears under your page title in search results. Google doesn't use it for ranking, but it affects whether people click.

The Formula

[What you offer] + [Benefit/differentiator] + [Call to action]

Example:

Precision CNC machining for aerospace and defense. ISO 9001 certified with 2-week lead times. Request a quote today.

Best Practices

Length

  • 150-160 characters — Google truncates longer descriptions
  • Make the first 120 characters count

Content

  • Include your primary keyword naturally
  • Highlight what makes you different
  • Add a call to action when appropriate
  • Match the page content (or Google will ignore it)

Examples

Service Page:

Full-service precision machining for complex parts. 50+ CNC machines, AS9100 certified, serving aerospace since 1985. Get a quote in 24 hours.

Product Page:

5-axis CNC machined aluminum housings with tolerances to 0.001". In stock with same-day shipping. View specs and order online.