AI & the web
Metadata
Information that describes other data or content.
In everyday use
A web page includes a title, description and author information in its metadata.
What to keep in mind
Metadata helps describe content; it is not a substitute for useful visible content.
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Further reading
Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.
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