A well-written meta description can make your pages stand out in Google search results — encouraging more people to click through to your site. If you’re using WordPress, adding or editing meta descriptions is incredibly easy, especially with SEO plugins.

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Here’s how to add a meta description in just a few steps:

1. Install an SEO Plugin (If You Haven’t Already)
Plugins like Yoast SEO, Rank Math, or All in One SEO make adding meta descriptions effortless. Once installed, activate your plugin of choice.

2. Open Any Page or Post
In your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Posts → All Posts or Pages → All Pages, then click Edit on the content you want to optimize.

3. Scroll to the SEO Section
Below the content editor, you’ll find your plugin’s SEO box. In Yoast, it’s labeled SEO title & meta description.

4. Write Your Meta Description
Enter a short, compelling summary (around 150–160 characters) describing what the post is about. Use relevant keywords naturally and try to make it enticing.
For example:

“Learn step-by-step how to add a meta description in WordPress to boost SEO and increase clicks.”

5. Check the Preview
Most plugins show how your post will appear on Google. Make sure your description doesn’t get cut off.

6. Save or Update the Page
Click Update or Publish, and your new meta description goes live.

Pro Tips:

  • Always include a keyword near the beginning.

  • Avoid duplicate descriptions — each page should have its own unique summary.

  • Think like a searcher: what would make you click?

Adding meta descriptions is one of the simplest ways to boost SEO performance and attract more traffic without touching code.