WhatsApp Link Preview Checker
WhatsApp previews depend on crawlable OpenGraph data. A missing image or vague title can reduce clicks.
Use Cases
- Preview launch links
- Debug missing thumbnails
- Improve mobile share previews
Workflow
- 1Paste your URL into the preview tool.
- 2Inspect title, description, image, and validation messages.
- 3Update metadata and retest.
Practical Tips
- Use a strong square-safe image composition.
- Make the description useful on small screens.
- Ensure metadata is present in server-rendered HTML.
Common Questions
Does WhatsApp use OpenGraph?
Yes, WhatsApp commonly uses OpenGraph metadata for link previews.
Can client-rendered metadata fail?
Yes. Social crawlers often need metadata in the initial HTML response.