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Meta descriptions
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Whats the deal with the date at the start of the meta descriptions?
I have not really looked into this but I'm guessing its a blog thing?
The beautifully crafted meta description is now being cut short even though its within the character limit and is now only showing 36 characters!
Is there a way to remove this?
Thanks in advance
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Google may be auto-including the date in the meta description if it appears near the start of the content. To avoid this, try moving the date further down in the HTML or using structured data to mark it separately. Starting the meta description with key phrases can also help focus Google on the main text.
take a look on this [ https://capcutaps.pro/] and let me know how do you feel about it. -
Check my meta description: षटतिला एकादशी व्रत कथा
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@CraigAddyman A 36-character meta description ensures a concise, clear message that quickly captures user interest, aligns with a branding strategy, or fits design constraints while emphasizing key information.
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A 36-character meta description ensures a concise, clear message that quickly captures user interest, aligns with a branding strategy, or fits design constraints while emphasizing key information.
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A 36-character meta description ensures a concise, clear message that quickly captures user interest, aligns with a branding strategy, or fits design constraints while emphasizing key information.
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@CraigAddyman said in Meta descriptions:
Is there a way to remove this?
i also had same problem in my website after that i asked for a help from a senior of mine he helped me solved that because this issue is same related to mine i will try to help you in same way i got rid of it
Ensure your meta description is relevant and engaging. Sometimes, including the primary keyword closer to the beginning can help. Additionally, check for any conflicting plugins or settings in your CMS that might be affecting the display.
you can check my meta description here capcut video editor i hope this will help you -
Yes it was very interesting
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can anyone check my websites meta descriptions?
here is the url of my site https://fmwaapk.com/ -
can you please check my website meta descriptions?my website is fm whatsapp apk please check and i am very curious to know about my site from a professional person
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Hi dears
i have some problem in my site meta descriptions
for example in "اخذ رتبه پیمانکاری" or "اخذ رتبه مشاور'' serps in google cant show my real meta descriptions
google changed my meta descriptions
please help
my site name is : "https://sabtfori.ir/"
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Do you have a like to an example?
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Cheers - Thanks a lot
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Sounds like Google likes this feature and will not remove it unless they figure users don't like it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fpbpfjzEBAM
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