Free Word Counter & Keyword Density

Paste your content to instantly get word and character counts, reading time, and a keyword-density breakdown — everything runs in your browser, nothing is uploaded.

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Keyword density (top 15)

Start typing to see keyword density.

Example resultA sample report for a 642-word blog post — paste your own content above for live results.
Words
642
Characters
3,914
Sentences
38
Paragraphs
9
Reading time
3 min
No spaces
3,328
Top keyword density
keyword
14× · 2.2%
content
11× · 1.7%
search
8× · 1.2%
density
6× · 0.9%

What is keyword density?

Keyword density is how often a term appears relative to the total word count. There’s no magic number, but if a single keyword dominates (say, above 3–4%), it can read as “keyword stuffing” and hurt rankings. Aim for natural language that covers your topic thoroughly rather than repeating one phrase.

Good content length

Length depends on intent, but in-depth pages that fully answer a query tend to perform best. Use the word count and reading time here as a quick gut-check, then run a full SEO audit to see how your content scores in context.

Frequently asked questions

Is the word counter tool free to use?

Yes, it is completely free with no signup. Paste in any block of text to get word and character counts, reading-time estimates, and a keyword-density breakdown.

What is a good keyword density for SEO?

There is no official target, and modern search engines do not reward hitting a specific percentage. As a rough guide, keep a primary keyword in the low single digits and focus on natural, relevant phrasing rather than repeating terms to chase a number.

How is reading time calculated?

It is estimated by dividing the total word count by an average reading speed, commonly around 200-250 words per minute. Actual time varies with content difficulty and the reader, so treat it as an approximation.

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