Blog posts
Many in-depth articles run 1,200 to 2,500 words, but answer the question first, then expand.
Word & Character Counter
Paste or type your text to see word and character counts update as you go, along with sentences, paragraphs, reading time and the keywords you use most.
- 100% free
- No sign-up
- Runs in your browser
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Characters (no spaces)0
Sentences0
Paragraphs0
Reading time0 min
Speaking time0 min
Unique words0
Top keywords
Keywords appear as you type.
Common limits
How to use
How to use the Word & Character Counter
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- Read the counts for words, characters, sentences and paragraphs.
- Check reading and speaking time for articles and speeches.
- Use the limits panel to stay within meta tag and social media lengths.
Private by design. Your text is processed in your browser. Nothing you type or paste is sent to a server or stored.
About this tool
How are words and characters counted?
A word is counted as any run of letters or numbers, including words with apostrophes or hyphens such as "don't" or "well-known". Characters include everything you type, spaces and punctuation too, while the no-spaces count is what some forms and translators use.
Reading time is based on an average adult silent reading speed of about 238 words per minute, and speaking time on about 140 words per minute, a comfortable pace for presentations. The counter works with English and other languages, including Urdu and Arabic script.
Good to know
Word count guides
Meta descriptions
Aim for roughly 140 to 160 characters so they are not cut off.
Speeches
At about 140 words a minute, a five-minute talk is roughly 700 words.
Essays
Many schools allow about 10% above or below the word limit. Check your guidelines.
FAQ
Word & Character Counter FAQs
Does the counter work offline?
Once the page has loaded, counting happens entirely in your browser.
Does it count Urdu or Arabic text?
Yes. Words in any script are counted by the spaces and punctuation between them.
How is reading time calculated?
Total words divided by 238 words per minute, an average adult reading speed.
Is my text saved?
No. Your text is not stored or uploaded.
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