Test social metadata before the page is public
Many preview tools require a deployed URL. LinkPeek is built for developers who need to check cards while the page is still running locally.
- Preview localhost pages during development
- Avoid deploys just to inspect metadata
- Catch broken image paths before production
Move metadata QA earlier in your workflow
Treat social cards like any other launch requirement by checking them before merge or release.
- Run your app locally
- Paste the localhost URL into LinkPeek
- Fix metadata before the first public share
Frequently asked questions
Can I preview Open Graph tags on localhost?
Yes. LinkPeek supports a local preview workflow so developers can inspect social cards before a public deployment.
Why do normal social debuggers fail on localhost?
Most platform crawlers cannot reach a private localhost address from the internet, so they require a deployed or tunneled URL.
Should I test previews before deploying?
Yes. Testing early catches missing absolute URLs, broken image paths, and title or description issues before they are cached by social apps.