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Fill in the form and click "Generate Meta Tags" to create your Twitter Card code
Twitter Card Generator
What is a Twitter Card Generator?
A Twitter Card Generator creates the meta tags needed to display rich previews when your links are shared on Twitter/X. Instead of plain text links, your shares will show eye-catching images, titles, and descriptions that encourage clicks.
Why Would You Need Twitter Card Tags?
Links without Twitter Cards look boring and get fewer clicks. Here's why these tags matter:
- Blog posts: Show your article's featured image and headline to grab attention in busy timelines
- Product pages: Display product images and descriptions to drive more traffic to your store
- Videos: Create player cards that let users watch directly in their feed
- Apps: Promote your mobile app with download buttons right in the tweet
- Landing pages: Make your campaigns stand out with professional-looking previews
How to Generate Twitter Card Tags - Step by Step
- Choose your card type: Select Summary for basic previews, Summary with Large Image for visual content, Player for video/audio, or App for mobile apps
- Fill in the details: Enter your title, description, and image URL - these appear in the preview
- Add Twitter handles: Include your brand's @username and the content creator's handle
- Generate the code: Click the button to create your meta tags
- Copy and paste: Add the generated code to your page's <head> section
Key Features
- All card types supported: Summary, Summary with Large Image, Player, and App cards
- Live preview: See how your card will look before adding the code
- Validation: Get warnings about missing or incorrectly formatted fields
- One-click copy: Copy the generated meta tags instantly
- Demo data: Load example content to see how everything works
Tips for Best Results
- Keep titles under 70 characters - longer titles get cut off
- Use HTTPS image URLs for reliable display
- For Summary with Large Image, use 1200x628 pixel images (2:1 ratio)
- For Summary cards, square images work best (at least 144x144 pixels)
- Always add alt text for accessibility
- Test your cards using Twitter's Card Validator tool
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between Summary and Summary with Large Image?
Summary shows a small square thumbnail on the left with text on the right. Summary with Large Image displays a big rectangular image above the text, which is better for visual content like blog posts and products.
Do I need both Open Graph and Twitter Card tags?
Twitter can fall back to Open Graph tags, but for best results use dedicated Twitter Card tags. They give you more control over how your content appears on Twitter specifically.
How long does it take for Twitter to show my card?
After adding the tags, Twitter usually picks them up within a few minutes. If you're updating existing tags, it may take longer due to caching. Use Twitter's Card Validator to force a refresh.
Why isn't my image showing?
Common issues: the image URL isn't using HTTPS, the image is too small (minimum 144x144), or the image can't be accessed publicly. Make sure your image is publicly accessible and meets size requirements.