A title tag checker analyzes the HTML <title> element for SEO issues including length, pixel width, keyword placement, and click-through optimization signals. Paste your HTML source and get instant pass/fail analysis with actionable tips.
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Extracted Title
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Paste your HTML and click "Check Title Tag" to see the analysis
How to Use the Title Tag Checker
The title tag checker analyzes your HTML <title> element against 8 SEO checks covering length, pixel width, keyword structure, and click-through rate signals. It uses the Canvas API to measure the exact pixel width Google uses when deciding whether to truncate your title in search results.
Step 1: Get Your Page's HTML Source
Open your page in a browser and press Ctrl+U (Windows) or Cmd+Option+U (Mac) to view the HTML source. Copy the entire source, or just the <head> section. You can also right-click → Inspect → select the head element → Copy outer HTML. Paste it into the input box above.
Step 2: Run the Analysis
Click "Check Title Tag" to analyze. The tool extracts the title tag using DOMParser and runs 8 checks: existence, character length (optimal 50-60 chars), pixel width (optimal under 580px), keyword placement (first 3 words), numbers in title, power words like "Free" or "Best", uniqueness (not "Home" or "Untitled"), and duplicate detection. Each check shows a pass, warning, or fail badge with explanation.
Step 3: Review the SEO Score
The overall SEO score is calculated from the 8 checks. A score of 80 or above means your title is well-optimized. Scores below 60 indicate significant issues that are likely hurting your click-through rate. The score factors in both hard failures (title missing, truncated) and optimization opportunities (no power words, no numbers).
Step 4: Apply Optimization Suggestions
The suggestions panel gives specific advice for your title. Common improvements include: moving the primary keyword to the beginning of the title, adding "Free" to increase click-through rate, shortening a truncated title, or removing generic words like "Home Page" that dilute ranking signals. After making changes, re-paste the updated HTML to verify the improvements.
FAQ
Is this title tag checker free?
Yes, this tool is completely free with no signup or account required. You can analyze as many title tags as you need. All processing happens in your browser — your HTML is never sent to any server.
Is my HTML safe when I paste it here?
Yes. Your HTML is processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript's DOMParser. It is never uploaded, stored, or transmitted anywhere. This tool is safe to use for private or draft pages.
What is the ideal title tag length in characters?
Google typically displays title tags up to 580 pixels wide, which corresponds to roughly 50-60 characters in a typical font. Titles under 30 characters are too short and miss ranking opportunities; titles over 70 characters risk truncation. Aim for 50-60 characters as a reliable target.
Why does pixel width matter more than character count?
Google's title truncation is based on rendered pixel width, not character count. Wide characters like 'W', 'M', and 'Q' take more pixels than narrow characters like 'i', 'l', or '1'. A title with lots of wide characters may truncate at 45 characters while a narrow-character title can fit 70. This tool measures actual pixel width using the same font Google uses.
What are power words in a title tag?
Power words are terms that have been shown to increase click-through rates in search results. Common examples include 'Free', 'Best', 'Guide', 'How to', 'Ultimate', 'Top', 'Review', and numbers like '7 Ways' or '2026'. Google users are more likely to click titles containing these words because they signal immediate value.
Should the title tag and H1 be the same?
They should be closely related but not identical. The title tag is optimized for search engines (includes 'Free', call-to-action, brand name suffix) while the H1 is the on-page heading for readers. Having them differ slightly is fine and can even help you target slightly different keyword variations.
What does it mean if a page has duplicate title tags?
Duplicate titles occur when the same title appears more than once in the HTML head section. This confuses search engines about which version to use and can dilute ranking signals. This tool checks for duplicate title elements and flags them. If found, remove all but one title tag.