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Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and reading time instantly.

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chars

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sentences

paragraphs

reading Time

What this tool does

Whether you're hitting a 500-word minimum for a blog post or staying under a 280-character limit for X, knowing your word count matters. This counter updates live as you type and gives you words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.

Why it matters

Word Counter saves you time and removes guesswork from everyday seo tools work. Live updates — and because everything runs in your browser, your data stays private and results are instant.

Live updates
Reading time estimate
Works offline in your browser

How to use

Paste or type your text.
Read the live stats below.
Copy stats with one click.

Example output

Words: 248
Characters: 1,432 (with spaces)
Sentences: 18
Reading time: ~1 min

Real-world use cases

• Students
• Bloggers
• Social media managers

Tips & best practices

• Average reading speed is ~200 words/min
• Twitter/X limit is 280 characters
• Most blog posts perform best at 1,000–2,000 words

Frequently asked questions

Is my text uploaded anywhere?

No, everything happens in your browser.

How is reading time calculated?

We use an average of 200 words per minute.

Can I count words in code?

Yes, but it's optimized for prose.

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