Word Counter
Count words, characters, lines, and more in your text.
Text
Characters
Characters (no spaces)
Words
Lines
Sentences
Paragraphs
Syllables
Reading Time (min)
Reading Time
At words, this text will take about minute(s) to read.
Based on 200 words per minute average reading speed.
Social Media Limits
Twitter/X (280):
LinkedIn (3000):
Facebook (63206):
Instagram (2200):
About the Word Counter
The word counter counts the words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text as you type, and estimates how long it takes to read aloud or silently.
How to use it
- 1 Paste or type your text.
- 2 Watch the counts update live.
- 3 Edit until you hit your word limit.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?
At an average silent reading speed of about 200–250 words per minute. Speaking time uses about 130 words per minute.
Are hyphenated words counted as one word?
Yes. Words like "well-known" count as one word, as most word processors do.
Is my text saved?
No. Counting happens in your browser.