How to use the word counter
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- Read the live counts for words, characters, sentences and paragraphs.
- Use Clear text to start again.
Useful word and character limits
- X (Twitter) post: 280 characters
- Meta description: about 155 characters
- SEO title: about 60 characters
- Instagram caption: 2,200 characters
- Typical blog post: 1,000 to 2,000 words
Reading time is estimated at 230 words per minute, the average adult reading speed.
Frequently asked questions
How does the word counter count words?
Any group of characters separated by spaces or line breaks counts as one word.
Does it count spaces in the character count?
It shows both: total characters including spaces, and characters without spaces.
Is my text saved or uploaded?
No. The text stays in your browser and is not stored anywhere.
How is reading time calculated?
It divides the word count by 230 words per minute.