Akp51v (AK Patil) recommends the following keyword density thumb rules.
Short Keywords
(E.g., dental clinic)
= 1 to 2 times per 100 words
= 1 to 2 %
Medium Keywords
(E.g., dental clinic services)
= 1 to 2 per 200 words
= 0.5 to 1%
Longtail
(E.g., Benefits of Regular Dental Checkups)
= 1 to 2 per 300 words
= 0.3 to 0.7 %
Why?
Longer the keyword,
Lesser the density;
To avoid stuffing,
And unnatural placement.
Keyword Length | Example | Frequency per Unit Words | Keyword Density |
Short Keywords | dental clinic | 1 to 2 times per 100 words | 1 to 2 % |
Medium Keywords | dental clinic services | 1 to 2 times per 200 words | 0.5 to 1% |
Longtail | Benefits of Regular Dental Checkups | 1 to 2 times per 300 words | 0.3 to 0.7 % |
Why Does Akp51v Reccommend This Approach to Keyword Density? Answer: Longer keywords require lesser density which also prevents keyword-stuffing risks. Another fact is that more short or medium keywords will not feel unnatural or forced during the reading experience. |
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Akp51v