OG Pilot

Open Graph Checker & Debugger

Free open graph debugger and checker. Paste a URL to preview link cards on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Slack, Discord, and WhatsApp, then fix a weak image.

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Fix the card after you check it

This checker reads og:title, og:description, og:image, and the Twitter card tags, then previews the unfurl on Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Slack, Discord, and WhatsApp. A missing or tiny image is the usual reason a link looks unfinished. Generate a replacement, or publish the same image with the API or MCP, then run the URL again. Carrd sites upload the file under Publish β†’ Media. The Carrd social image guide walks through that step.

  • Generate an OG image

    Build a 1200Γ—630 replacement for the URL you just checked.

  • Use the API

    Return that image from your app instead of uploading a file by hand.

  • Use MCP

    Ask an agent to generate the preview from the same public URL.

  • WordPress plugin

    Write og:image and Twitter cards for posts, pages, and WooCommerce.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "OG" mean?

"OG" stands for Open Graph, a metadata standard that tells social platforms how to render link previews. The protocol was introduced by Facebook and is now recognized by most platforms (LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Slack, Discord, WhatsApp, iMessage, and more).

What is an Open Graph image?

It's the image referenced by the og:image meta tag (and twitter:image for Twitter Cards) that appears in link previews when your URL is shared.

<meta property="og:title" content="Your Page Title" />
<meta property="og:description" content="Short, compelling summary." />
<meta property="og:image" content="https://example.com/og-image.jpg" />
<meta name="twitter:card" content="summary_large_image" />
<meta name="twitter:image" content="https://example.com/og-image.jpg" />

Is this a replacement for the Twitter Card Validator?

Yes. X retired the Card Validator's preview feature, so you can no longer test cards there. Paste your URL above to see how your Twitter Card renders, including summary_large_image layouts, plus previews for Facebook, LinkedIn, Slack, Discord, and WhatsApp.

Why should you care about a high-quality Open Graph image?

  • Higher click-through rates from social shares.
  • Stronger brand recognition and consistency.
  • Better readability and accessibility across light/dark UIs.

Quick tips

  • Use 1200Γ—630 (1.91:1), PNG or high-quality JPEG. This is the recommended size for most platforms.
  • Keep text large and high-contrast; avoid clutter.
  • Ensure the brand mark/logo is present and clear.

How do I clear cached previews?

Social networks cache preview images. After updating your meta tags, you need to clear their caches:

  • Facebook: Use Facebook's Sharing Debugger and click "Scrape Again"
  • LinkedIn: Use LinkedIn's Post Inspector to refresh the cache
  • X (Twitter): X retired its Card Validator, and there is no public refresh tool. The cache usually expires within about a week.
  • Universal trick: change the image URL (for example, add ?v=2) to force every platform to fetch it fresh

Marketers, turn every share into a client win

Connect OG Pilot to your clients’ domains, auto-generate branded OG images, and prove the click-through lift with built-in analytics. No more designer bottlenecks, no more launch delays. Just scroll-stopping previews that close retainers faster.

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