Word Counter
Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and reading time as you type. Perfect for essays, articles, and social posts.
How to Use the Word Counter
Type or paste your text into the box and the counts update instantly. There is no limit and nothing is saved, so you can paste an entire essay or article and see the word and character totals in real time.
Why Word and Character Counts Matter
Many platforms enforce limits: meta descriptions around 160 characters, tweets at 280, and many essays at a set word count. Knowing your numbers as you write keeps you within the limit without guessing, and the reading-time estimate helps you judge length for a blog post.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
It assumes an average reading speed of about 200 words per minute, rounded to the nearest minute.
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
Both. The tool shows total characters and characters without spaces side by side.
Is my text saved anywhere?
No. Everything runs in your browser and nothing you type is stored or uploaded.