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  • CraigAddyman
    CraigAddyman last edited by Feb 10, 2011, 10:04 AM

    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?

    Take this search http://www.google.co.uk/search?aq=f&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8&q=6packproject#hl=en&xhr=t&q=interview+with+paul+knight&cp=26&pf=p&sclient=psy&aq=f&aqi=&aql=&oq=interview+with+paul+knight&pbx=1&fp=835cd241c8d51fff

    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

    Ammy_george 2 Replies Last reply Jul 19, 2024, 8:32 AM Reply Quote 0
    • Mohsin3414
      Mohsin3414 last edited by Oct 28, 2024, 6:03 AM

      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.

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      • topic:timeago_earlier,29 days
      • jorot19730
        jorot19730 @33202 last edited by Sep 29, 2024, 9:50 AM

        Check my meta description: षटतिला एकादशी व्रत कथा

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        • topic:timeago_earlier,2 months
        • Ammy_george
          Ammy_george @CraigAddyman last edited by Jul 19, 2024, 8:43 AM

          @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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          • Ammy_george
            Ammy_george @CraigAddyman last edited by Jul 19, 2024, 8:32 AM

            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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            • Ammy_george
              Ammy_george last edited by Jul 19, 2024, 8:25 AM

              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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              • topic:timeago_earlier,19 days
              • gonzoo555
                gonzoo555 last edited by Jun 30, 2024, 2:16 PM

                @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

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                • topic:timeago_earlier,about a month
                • SandraHall
                  SandraHall last edited by May 30, 2024, 10:09 PM

                  Yes it was very interesting

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                  • topic:timeago_earlier,9 days
                  • 33202
                    33202 last edited by May 21, 2024, 5:51 PM

                    can anyone check my websites meta descriptions?
                    here is the url of my site https://fmwaapk.com/

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                    • 33202
                      33202 last edited by May 20, 2024, 7:43 PM

                      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

                      jorot19730 1 Reply Last reply Sep 29, 2024, 9:50 AM Reply Quote 0
                      • topic:timeago_earlier,4 years
                      • sinaaaskar
                        sinaaaskar last edited by Sep 8, 2020, 2:18 AM Sep 8, 2020, 2:18 AM

                        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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                        • topic:timeago_earlier,10 years
                        • CraigAddyman
                          CraigAddyman last edited by Mar 7, 2011, 1:04 PM Mar 7, 2011, 1:04 PM

                          Do you have a like to an example?

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                          • topic:timeago_earlier,25 days
                          • CraigAddyman
                            CraigAddyman @Dan-Petrovic last edited by Feb 10, 2011, 11:40 AM Feb 10, 2011, 11:40 AM

                            Cheers - Thanks a lot

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                            • Dan-Petrovic
                              Dan-Petrovic last edited by Feb 17, 2011, 1:38 AM Feb 10, 2011, 11:35 AM

                              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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