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Word Count Best Practices

Ideal Word Counts

Blog posts: 1500-2500 words
Product descriptions: 300-500 words
Pillar articles: 3000+ words
Meta descriptions: 150-160 characters
Social media posts: Varies by platform

SEO Considerations

Longer content tends to rank better in search results, but quality matters more than quantity. Focus on comprehensive coverage of topics rather than hitting arbitrary word counts.

Reading Time

Average readers process 200-250 words per minute. Understanding reading time helps you create content that matches user expectations and attention spans.

Content Strategy

Different content types need different lengths:
• News: 500-800 words
• How-to guides: 1500-2000 words
• Ultimate guides: 3000-5000 words
• Landing pages: 500-1000 words

Quality vs Quantity

Don't sacrifice quality for word count. Well-researched, valuable 1000-word content beats thin 3000-word fluff. Focus on answering user intent thoroughly.

FAQ

Is longer always better for SEO?

No. Comprehensive is better. Match length to user intent.

How often should I check word count?

During writing to ensure you hit targets and maintain consistency across pages.