On-Page SEO

Keyword Density

Quick Definition

Keyword density is the percentage of times a keyword appears relative to total words on a page.

In context

Keyword density was over-emphasized in early SEO. Modern best practice: write naturally, cover the topic comprehensively, and let keyword frequency emerge organically. Density above 3% often signals keyword stuffing.

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