# Blog Headline Analyzer

A great headline is the difference between a post that ranks and one that gets scrolled past. Type yours below for an instant score based on length, word balance, and the power and emotional words that drive clicks.

## How to use it

1. Type or paste your headline into the box.
2. Read your overall score and the breakdown that explains it.
3. Aim for a healthy mix of common, uncommon, emotional, and power words.
4. Keep it around 55-60 characters so it doesn't get cut off in search results.

## Frequently asked questions

### What makes a headline effective?

Clarity first, then curiosity. The best headlines promise a specific benefit, use a power or emotional word, and stay short enough to read at a glance. Numbers and brackets - like '(with examples)' - also lift click-through rate.

### How long should a headline be?

Around 6-10 words, or 55-60 characters, so it isn't truncated in Google. Longer headlines can work on-page, but keep the important words in the first 60 characters.

### What are power and emotional words?

Power words (proven, effortless, ultimate) create urgency and confidence; emotional words (surprising, painful, joyful) make readers feel something. A sprinkle of each makes a headline far more clickable than a flat, factual title.

### What is a good headline score?

Aim for 70 or above. That usually means a healthy word count, a length that won't truncate in search, and at least one power or emotional word. Below 45, the headline is likely flat or too long.

### Does a higher headline score guarantee more clicks?

No - the score reflects proven best practices, not your specific audience. Use it as a fast sanity check, then test your top options with real readers or A/B testing.

Use the interactive tool: https://www.tryspook.com/tools/headline-analyzer