Testing Social Media Links
When you share a link on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Slack, the platform tries to fetch a preview — title, description, image, and sometimes the author or site name. If the metadata is missing or wrong, your link looks broken or unprofessional.
Why it matters
- First impressions count: a rich preview gets more clicks.
- Missing images or truncated titles make your content look unfinished.
- Different platforms read different tags (Open Graph vs Twitter Cards).
The quick check
Paste any URL into TryUnfurl and you will instantly see:
- Title, description, and image pulled from the page.
- Which Open Graph and Twitter Card tags are present.
- What the preview will look like on major platforms.
Common issues to fix
| Issue | Fix |
|---|---|
| No image showing | Add an og:image meta tag with a square, high-resolution image. |
| Wrong title | Ensure og:title or <title> matches your intended headline. |
| Description cut off | Keep og:description under 160 characters. |
| Image cropped badly | Use a 1200x630 image for Open Graph; 1200x600 for Twitter Cards. |
Best practices
- Test every important page before you share it.
- Use TryUnfurl to compare how the same link renders across platforms.
- Update metadata after redesigns or domain changes — cached previews linger for days.
Ready to test?
Go to TryUnfurl and paste a URL to see exactly how it unfurls, or browse more guides to learn about other tools in the directory.