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Keyword Density Checker

Paste a draft and target keyword to see frequency, density, and whether the article reads naturally.

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How to use the keyword density checker

  1. Enter the keyword or phrase you want the page to rank for.
  2. Paste the full text of your page or draft.
  3. Run the check to see the word count, the number of exact mentions and the density.

A density between 0.3% and 2% is marked as natural. Below that, the topic may be unclear. Above it, the page may read as repetitive.

What to do with the result

If the density is too high:

  • Swap some mentions for pronouns (“it”, “this tool”) or close variations.
  • Remove repeats in headings that say the same thing.
  • Read the page out loud. If the phrase sounds forced, cut it.

If the density is very low:

  • Make sure the keyword appears in the title, the first paragraph and at least one heading.
  • Check that the page really covers the topic. Sometimes a low number means the page drifted to a different subject.

Density matters less than coverage

Modern search engines understand meaning, not just matching words. A page about “running shoes for flat feet” should also talk about arch support, stability and fit. Covering the related ideas a reader expects usually helps more than adjusting one number. Use the LSI Keyword Finder to find related terms to cover.

Frequently asked questions

What is keyword density?

It is how often a keyword appears compared to the total number of words. If a 1,000-word article uses a phrase 10 times, the density is 1%.

What is a good keyword density?

There is no official number. Google does not use a target density. This tool treats about 0.3% to 2% as natural, because most well-written pages fall in that range. Write for the reader first.

Can too many keywords hurt my page?

Yes. Repeating a phrase over and over is called keyword stuffing. Google's spam policies name it, and it makes your writing hard to read.

Does the checker count close variations?

No. It counts exact matches of your phrase. Plurals and reworded versions are not counted, so a low number may still be fine if you use natural variations.

Is my text stored?

No. The text is checked once and not saved.