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Keyword Density Calculator

Calculate keyword density percentage for any keyword in your content to optimize for SEO.

Keyword Density
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How It Works

Keyword Density = (Keyword Count Γ· Total Word Count) Γ— 100. A density of 1–3% is generally considered optimal for SEO. Above 4–5% risks being flagged for keyword stuffing.

Example

A 1,500-word article mentioning a keyword 15 times has a density of 1.0% β€” within the ideal range.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ideal keyword density?
Most SEO experts recommend 1–3% density. Focus on natural writing first β€” Google's algorithms prioritize context and intent over mechanical keyword frequency.
What is keyword stuffing?
Artificially repeating keywords at unnatural frequency to manipulate search rankings. Google penalizes this. Write for humans, not search engines.
Should I use LSI keywords?
Yes. Latent Semantic Indexing (LSI) keywords are related terms that help Google understand context. Use synonyms and related phrases naturally throughout your content.