Word Counter
Paste or type your text to count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs, with reading and speaking time.
Quick answer: Paste your text into the box and the word count and character count appear straight away. The tool also shows sentences, paragraphs, reading time and your most used words.
Most used words: —
How to use it
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- The word count and character count update as you type.
- Below the box you see sentences, paragraphs, reading time and the words you use most.
How long does it take to read or say it?
Adults read silently at about 240 words a minute on average, and speak at about 130 to 150 words a minute. These times use 238 and 140.
| Words | Reading time (about) | Speaking time (about) |
|---|---|---|
| 100 | 0.4 min | 0.7 min |
| 250 | 1.1 min | 1.8 min |
| 500 | 2.1 min | 3.6 min |
| 1000 | 4.2 min | 7.1 min |
| 2000 | 8.4 min | 14.3 min |
Common length limits
| Where | Typical limit |
|---|---|
| X (Twitter) post | 280 characters |
| SMS text message | 160 characters (standard) |
| Instagram caption | 2,200 characters |
| LinkedIn post | 3,000 characters |
| YouTube video title | 100 characters |
| Google search result title | about 60 characters shown |
| Meta description | about 155 to 160 characters shown |
Platforms change their limits, so check the current rules before you post.
What people use it for
- Essays, assignments and word limits
- Social media posts and captions
- Blog posts and articles
- Speeches and presentations
- Resumes and cover letters
Questions
How do I count words in a text?
Paste or type your text into the box. The word count updates as you type.
How are words counted?
A word is any run of characters separated by spaces or line breaks.
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. The counting happens in your browser and the text is never uploaded.
Is it free?
Yes. No sign-up, no install and no limit.
Is anything saved or sent?
No. Everything runs in your browser. Only your own best score, where a page shows one, is kept on your device.
Last updated 2026-10-24. Free to use, no sign-up. Made by ficklestudio26.