Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs, and estimate reading time, instantly and privately.
Enter values to see the result.
About the Word & Character Counter
Whether you're writing an essay, a tweet, a meta description or an assignment with a limit, this tool counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences and paragraphs as you type, and estimates the reading time.
How to use it
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- The counts update live as you write.
- Check words, characters, sentences and reading time.
- Trim or expand your text to hit your target.
Students, writers, students and social-media managers use this to stay within word or character limits. Everything is counted in your browser, so your draft is never uploaded or stored.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time estimated?
It assumes an average reading speed of about 200 words per minute and rounds up to the nearest minute.
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
Yes. It shows total characters as well as characters excluding spaces, which is useful for strict limits.
Is my text private?
Completely. The counting happens in your browser and nothing you type is sent to a server.
Can I use it for tweets or meta tags?
Yes. Watch the character count to stay within platform or SEO limits like 280 characters or a 160-character meta description.