Word counter: words, characters and reading time
Paste or type your text to count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly – plus reading time, speaking time and the keywords you use most.
Your text stays in your browser (saved only on this device so you do not lose it on refresh).
How the word counter works
Type or paste any text and the counts update instantly. The tool counts words, characters with and without spaces, sentences and paragraphs, and estimates how long the text takes to read and to say out loud. It also lists your most-used keywords so you can spot repetition.
How reading time is calculated
Reading time uses an average silent reading speed of about 238 words per minute for adults reading non-fiction in English. Speaking time uses about 150 words per minute, a comfortable pace for presentations, podcasts and video scripts.
Common word and character limits
| Where | Limit |
|---|---|
| X (Twitter) post | 280 characters (standard accounts) |
| SEO title tag | about 50–60 characters |
| Meta description | about 120–160 characters |
| Instagram caption | 2,200 characters |
| LinkedIn post | 3,000 characters |
| Google Play full description | 4,000 characters |
| Blog post that ranks well | usually 1,000–2,500 words, depending on the topic |
Keyword density
Keyword density shows how often a word appears compared with the total word count. There is no perfect number, but if one word goes far above 2–3%, the text can read as repetitive and search engines may treat it as keyword stuffing. Use synonyms and write naturally.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
Any group of letters or numbers separated by spaces or punctuation counts as a word. Hyphenated words like “well-known” and contractions like “don’t” count as one word.
Does the character count include spaces?
The tool shows both: total characters including spaces, and characters without spaces.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time divides your word count by 238 words per minute, the average adult silent reading speed. Speaking time uses 150 words per minute.
Is my text saved or uploaded?
No text is uploaded. It is only stored in your own browser so you do not lose it if you refresh the page. Click Clear to remove it.
Is the word counter free?
Yes, it is free with no signup and no word limit.
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