Free Heading Structure Checker

What this tool checks

This tool examines the heading structure of your page from H1 through H6. It verifies that exactly one H1 tag exists, checks that heading levels follow a logical hierarchy without skipping levels, evaluates heading length and keyword relevance, and ensures your H1 and title tag are aligned. It also checks for multiple H1 tags and empty headings that confuse both users and search engines.

Why it matters

Headings create the document outline that search engines use to understand your content's structure and topic hierarchy. A clear heading structure helps Google identify the main topic (H1) and subtopics (H2-H6) of your page. It also improves readability for users who scan content, and screen readers use headings as navigation landmarks for users with disabilities.

Common issues we find

• Missing H1 tag or multiple H1 tags on a single page
• Skipped heading levels (H1 jumping directly to H3 or H4)
• H1 content not matching or aligning with the page title tag
• Empty heading tags or headings used purely for styling rather than structure
• No H2 subheadings, making long content a wall of text