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Title Tag Too Long

Titles over 60 characters get truncated. Here's how to shorten without losing the keyword.

What it means

The <title> tag is over 60 characters (or ~580 pixels) and gets truncated with an ellipsis in search results.

Why it matters

The truncated portion is wasted — usually your brand name or a CTA. Important keywords can also get cut.

How to fix it

  1. Cut filler words and pipe separators.
  2. Move the brand to the end (or drop it if the keyword needs the room).
  3. Verify the rewrite is 50–58 characters.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I use 70 characters if Google sometimes shows them?

Sometimes ≠ always. 60 is the safe ceiling for predictable display.

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