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Word Counter

Words, characters, sentences and reading time.

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About the Word Counter

Essays, captions, ads and SEO tags all have length limits. Paste any text to see words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading and speaking time, plus how much room you have left on popular platforms.

When to use it

  • Checking an essay or assignment against a word limit
  • Writing posts that fit X (Twitter) or Instagram limits
  • Keeping meta descriptions under 160 characters
  • Timing a speech or presentation

Tips for the best results

  • Reading time assumes about 230 words per minute
  • Speaking time assumes about 140 words per minute — slower for formal speeches
  • Character counts include spaces unless shown as “no spaces”

How to use the Word Counter

  1. Paste your text or drop a file into the Word Counter.
  2. Choose the options you want.
  3. Copy or download the cleaned result.

Word Counter FAQ

Is the Word Counter free?

Yes. The Word Counter is completely free with no sign-up, no daily limit and no watermark.

Is it safe to use the Word Counter with private files?

Yes. The Word Counter runs entirely inside your web browser, so your files and text are never uploaded to any server.

Does the Word Counter work on mobile?

Yes. It works in Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox on Android, iPhone, Windows and Mac.

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