Is this word counter free and private?

Yes. Counting happens entirely in your browser — your text is never uploaded or stored anywhere.

Does it ignore common words in density?

Yes. Stop words like the, and and of are excluded so the keyword list reflects meaningful terms, not filler.

Can I use it to check meta or ad copy length?

Absolutely. The live character count is handy for titles, meta descriptions, tweets and ad copy with strict limits.

Word Counter & Keyword Density Checker

This free word counter instantly shows your word count, character count, sentence count and estimated reading time as you paste. It also lists your top keywords by density, so you can confirm your content covers its topic without tipping into keyword stuffing.

Key takeaways

Aim for a natural 0.5–2% density on your main keyword — higher looks like stuffing.
Match article length to search intent, not an arbitrary word quota.
Reading time is estimated at about 200 words per minute.

What is a good keyword density?

There is no magic number, but a natural 0.5% to 2% for your main term is a safe range. Much higher reads as keyword stuffing, which search engines penalize. This tool shows each keyword's count and density so you can keep it natural.

How long should an SEO article be?

Length should match intent, not a quota. Quick answers can be short; competitive, in-depth topics often run 1,500–2,500 words because they cover the full semantic field. Use the word count here to check you have enough depth to genuinely satisfy the query.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time uses an average of about 200 words per minute. It is a useful signal for readability and for the "X min read" labels many blogs display. nativeWP is an AI content automation platform for WordPress that bulk-generates SEO articles with your own OpenRouter API key and auto-publishes or schedules them to WordPress and Shopify. It writes right-sized, well-structured articles so you spend less time editing for length.

Frequently asked questions

Is this word counter free and private?: Yes. Counting happens entirely in your browser — your text is never uploaded or stored anywhere.
Does it ignore common words in density?: Yes. Stop words like the, and and of are excluded so the keyword list reflects meaningful terms, not filler.
Can I use it to check meta or ad copy length?: Absolutely. The live character count is handy for titles, meta descriptions, tweets and ad copy with strict limits.

nativeWP is an AI content automation platform for WordPress that bulk-generates SEO articles with your own OpenRouter API key and auto-publishes or schedules them to WordPress and Shopify.