Smart Meta Desc
Show a list of posts without a meta description and allow writing or generating them based on their content using AI.
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Smart Meta Desc shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 9 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where Smart Meta Desc stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| AI | >100 |
| groq | #93 |
| Llama | #52 |
| metadescription | #4 |
| seo | >100 |
About Smart Meta Desc
From the official readme · v2.0.2Description
Smart Meta Desc helps you improve your site’s SEO by identifying posts that are missing a meta description. Using the power of AI through Groq, you can generate high-quality, relevant meta descriptions in seconds.
The plugin is now 100% free and open-source, with no “Premium” versions or license management.
Features
- Identify Gaps: Quickly see which published posts lack a meta description directly in your posts list.
- AI-Powered Generation: Use Groq API to generate professional meta descriptions based on your post content.
- Bulk Edit Ready: Save time by editing and saving descriptions without leaving the posts list.
- Yoast SEO Compatible: Automatically detects if Yoast SEO is active and saves the metadata in the correct fields.
- Lightweight: Completely refactored, no external bloat or license management required.
- Frontend Display: Automatically outputs the meta description in your site’s header if no other SEO plugin is active.
Configuration
- API Key: Obtain a free API Key from Groq Console.
- AI Model: Select your preferred model (e.g., Llama 3) from the settings page.
External services
Groq API
This plugin connects to the Groq API (groq.com) to provide AI-generated meta descriptions.
- Data sent: The plugin sends the text content of your posts to Groq’s servers only when you click the “Generate” button.
- Endpoints:
https://api.groq.com/openai/v1/chat/completionsandhttps://api.groq.com/openai/v1/models. - Privacy: Please review Groq’s Privacy Policy for more information.
Installation
- Upload the
smartmetadescfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings > Smart Meta Desc to enter your Groq API Key.
Changelog
2.0.1
- Fixed sanitization and escaping issues (Security hardening).
- Removed discouraged load_plugin_textdomain() call.
- Improved REST API and AJAX nonce verification.
2.0.0
- Major Release: Complete code refactor.
- Removed Freemius SDK and all license-related code.
- The plugin is now 100% free and open source.
- Improved security (sanitization and escaping).
- Verified compatibility with WordPress 6.9.
- Added automatic frontend meta output.
1.8.2
- Adding Smart Meta Desc form to posts list.
- Removed “Tools” submenu and tools page.
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FAQ
Smart Meta Desc: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 9, 2026
Is Smart Meta Desc free?
Yes. Smart Meta Desc is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Smart Meta Desc safe to use in 2026?
Smart Meta Desc shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 9 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Smart Meta Desc?
Smart Meta Desc is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,506 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 384 times in the last 30 days.
Does Smart Meta Desc work with WordPress 7.1?
Smart Meta Desc is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Smart Meta Desc last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.2, was released on January 21, 2026 (9 months ago).
Who makes Smart Meta Desc?
Smart Meta Desc is developed and maintained by jorgeseo.
What are the best alternatives to Smart Meta Desc?
The most popular alternatives to Smart Meta Desc are Elementor Website Builder (10M+ installs), All in One SEO (2M+ installs) and AI Agent by SiteGround (1M+ installs).
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