Word & Character Counter
Free word counter and character counter. Instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time as you type.
About the word counter
This free word and character counter helps writers, students, and SEO professionals stay within length limits. Type or paste text and the tool instantly counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time — all in your browser.
Common length limits
- Meta title: ~60 characters
- Meta description: ~155 characters
- Tweet / X post: 280 characters
- Standard essay page: ~500 words
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute. Divide your word count by 200 to estimate minutes.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. All counting happens locally in your browser using JavaScript. Your text never leaves your device and nothing is stored.
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting your text on spaces and line breaks, so any sequence of non-space characters counts as one word.