Word & Character Counter
Instant word count, character count and reading time
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Read Time
Whether you're hitting a strict word limit for an essay, checking a meta description length, or estimating how long an article takes to read, this word counter gives you every metric at once. Type or paste your text and instantly see word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time.
How to Use the Word Counter
- 1Paste or type your text into the box.
- 2Watch all six counters update live as you type.
- 3Use the reading time estimate to gauge how long your content takes to read.
- 4Trim or expand your text until it fits your target word or character count.
Why Use This Tool
- Six live metrics in one view: words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.
- Updates instantly as you type — no button clicks needed.
- Handles long-form content just as well as short snippets.
- Your text stays in your browser and is never uploaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated using an average adult silent reading speed of about 200 words per minute.
Does character count include spaces?
The tool shows both figures separately: total characters including spaces, and total characters excluding spaces.
Can I use this for social media character limits?
Yes, the character count is useful for checking Twitter/X posts, meta descriptions, SMS length, and other platforms with strict character limits.