Heading Structure Checker

What Is Heading Structure?

Heading structure refers to how you use H1 through H6 tags to organise your page content. Think of it like an outline — your H1 is the main topic, H2s are major sections, H3s are subsections, and so on. Search engines use this hierarchy to understand what your page is about and which topics are most important. A clear heading structure also helps users scan your content and find what they're looking for.

How to Use the Heading Structure Checker

Enter a URL and the tool extracts all headings from the page in order, showing the hierarchy, any issues, and an overall score. It flags common problems like missing H1 tags, multiple H1s, skipped heading levels, and overly short headings.

• Every page should have exactly one H1 tag that clearly describes the page topic — this is the most important heading for SEO.
• Don't skip heading levels (e.g., jumping from H2 to H4). Follow a logical hierarchy for both SEO and accessibility.
• Use H2 tags for main content sections and H3 tags for subsections within those sections.
• Include your primary keyword naturally in the H1 and relevant secondary keywords in H2s and H3s.

How Headings Impact SEO and Accessibility

Google uses headings to understand page structure and topic relevance. Your H1 carries the most weight, followed by H2s and H3s. Beyond SEO, headings are critical for accessibility — screen readers use them to navigate pages, and users with disabilities rely on a logical heading hierarchy. A well-structured page serves both search engines and all users better.

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