Question 1

What's the ideal keyword density?

Accepted Answer

1-2% for your primary keyword is generally safe. Focus more on covering the topic comprehensively with related terms rather than hitting an exact percentage.

Question 2

Can keyword stuffing hurt my rankings?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Google's algorithms detect unnatural keyword repetition and may penalize pages that stuff keywords. Write naturally and use this tool to verify you haven't accidentally over-optimized.

Keyword Density Checker