Word Counter
Type or paste text below for a live count of words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
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Frequently asked questions
How is reading time estimated?
At an average reading speed of 200 words per minute, a common benchmark for adult silent reading. Actual speed varies by reader and text difficulty.
How are words counted?
Any run of characters separated by whitespace counts as one word — hyphenated words count once, and numbers count as words. This matches how most word processors count.
Does this handle character limits for social media?
Yes — use the character count (with spaces). X allows 280 characters for standard posts, Instagram captions 2,200, and meta descriptions are typically kept under 160.