🧭 Overview
If you've noticed that OTTO flagged a different number of pages for missing meta descriptions compared to missing title tags — for example, 136 pages versus 220 — this is expected behaviour. It does not mean OTTO missed pages or that your audit is incomplete. This article explains why these numbers can differ.
⚙️ Why the Counts Differ
OTTO audits title tags and meta descriptions as separate issues, and the number of pages flagged for each can vary. This is a known and expected behaviour within OTTO's audit logic. The two checks do not always evaluate the exact same set of pages, which is why you may see different flagged counts for each issue type.
If you are seeing a discrepancy between the number of pages flagged for missing meta descriptions and the number flagged for missing title tags, this does not indicate a bug or an incomplete audit — it reflects how OTTO handles these as independent checks.
✅ What to Do If You're Concerned About Coverage
If you believe pages with missing meta descriptions are not being surfaced correctly, here is what to do when contacting support:
- Note the exact numbers you are seeing for each issue type (e.g. 136 flagged for meta descriptions, 220 for title tags).
- Note the name of the project or domain where you are seeing the discrepancy.
- Take a screenshot of the flagged pages list for each issue type if possible.
- Have this information ready so a support teammate can investigate the specific audit scope applied to your site.
If you need further assistance, open the chat widget in the bottom-right corner of the platform and type human teammate to be connected with a member of our team.