How to Edit Meta Title, Meta Description, and OG Tags in WordPress
How to Edit Meta Title, Meta Description, and OG Tags in WordPress
November 10, 2024

Step 1: Install an SEO Plugin (like Yoast SEO or Rank Math)
- Go to your WordPress Dashboard.
- Click on Plugins > Add New.
- Search for “Yoast SEO” (or any SEO plugin you prefer).
- Click Install Now and then Activate the plugin.
Step 2: Access the SEO Settings for Your Page
- Go to Pages in your dashboard and open the page you want to edit.
- Scroll down to find the SEO section provided by your plugin (e.g., Yoast SEO or Rank Math).
Step 3: Edit the Meta Title and Meta Description
- In the SEO section, you’ll see fields for Meta Title and Meta Description.
- Meta Title: Enter a clear, relevant title that describes the content of the page. Aim to keep it under 60 characters.
- Meta Description: Write a brief summary of the page (around 155 characters) to encourage clicks from search engines.
Step 4: Add OG Tags (Open Graph Tags) for Social Sharing
- Most SEO plugins automatically handle OG tags, but you can customize them in the same section.
- Find the Social tab (usually under the SEO tab).
- OG Title: Enter the title you want to display on social platforms.
- OG Description: Add a brief, engaging description for social sharing.
- OG Image: Upload an image that represents the page when shared on social media.
Step 5: Save and Preview
- Once you’ve added all the information, click Update to save your changes.
- Use the plugin’s preview feature to see how your page will look in search results and on social media.
That’s it! Following these steps will help your pages look better in search results and on social media, making it more likely people will click and visit your site.