Keyword Density Analyzer

Analyze keyword frequency and density in your content. Identify overused words, optimize for SEO, and ensure natural keyword distribution.

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Keyword Density Analyzer

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What is Keyword Density?

Keyword density is the percentage of times a keyword appears compared to the total word count. For example, if a keyword appears 5 times in a 100-word article, the density is 5%. While important for SEO, keyword density should feel natural to readers.

Ideal Keyword Density

Most SEO experts recommend keeping keyword density between 1-3%. Higher densities risk keyword stuffing penalties, while too low may miss ranking opportunities. Focus on natural usage and semantic variations rather than exact percentages.

Beyond Keyword Density

  • Use semantic keywords and synonyms to avoid repetition
  • Focus on user intent and content quality over metrics
  • Include keywords in titles, headers, and meta descriptions
  • Write for humans first, optimize for search engines second

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about keyword density analysis.

What is a good keyword density?

Generally, 1-3% is considered optimal. However, modern SEO focuses more on natural language and topic coverage than exact density percentages. Avoid keyword stuffing—if it feels unnatural, it probably is.

What are stopwords?

Stopwords are common words like "the," "is," "and," "of," etc., that search engines typically ignore. Excluding them from analysis gives a clearer picture of your content's meaningful keywords.

Can high keyword density hurt SEO?

Yes! Excessive keyword repetition (keyword stuffing) can trigger search engine penalties and hurt rankings. It also creates a poor user experience. Aim for natural, varied language that serves readers first.

Should I optimize for exact match keywords?

Not exclusively. Modern search engines understand semantic relationships and synonyms. Use variations, long-tail keywords, and related terms to create comprehensive, natural-sounding content that covers the topic thoroughly.