TEXT & DEVELOPER TOOLS
Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time, check platform character limits and see which keywords you repeat.
Quick answer: Paste or open your text. Counts update as you type, and you can check limits for X, SMS, meta descriptions, YouTube, LinkedIn and more.
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How to use Word Counter
- Paste, type or open a fileCounts update as you write. Select part of the text to count just the selection.
- Read the statsWords, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, reading and speaking time, readability and UTF-8 size.
- Check limits and keywordsLimit chips show how close you are to X, SMS, SEO title, meta description and other limits. The keyword table shows 1–3 word phrases.
Good to know
Common uses: Essays, resumes, captions, scripts, SEO titles and descriptions, and any text with a word or character limit.
Practical example: Paste a draft meta description and watch the limit chip to keep it near 155 characters.
Important limitation: Reading and speaking times and readability scores are estimates. Readability uses the Flesch formula, which is designed for English. Platform limits change, so confirm them before publishing.
For sensitive work, read the privacy information and follow your organization’s data-handling policy.
How it works
Words are counted the way word processors do: runs of text separated by whitespace. Chinese, Japanese and similar scripts are segmented with the browser’s language rules. Sentences are detected while allowing for abbreviations such as “Dr.” and “e.g.”.
Real-world uses
- Staying within an essay or application limit
- Checking SEO title and description length
- Estimating a speech’s duration
Tips for better results
- Typical reading speed is 200–250 words per minute; change the speed to match your audience.
- Meta descriptions work best around 150–160 characters and SEO titles around 50–60.
- Check keyword density to spot words you overuse.
Frequently asked questions
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
Yes, both are shown, along with the UTF-8 byte size.
Does it work for Chinese, Japanese or Hindi?
Yes. Scripts written without spaces are segmented using the browser’s language rules, and Hindi words are counted by whitespace.
Which character limits can I check?
X, SMS, SEO title, meta description, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Google Ads, Facebook, and a custom limit.
How is reading time calculated?
From the word count and your chosen reading speed. Speaking time uses its own speed setting.
Is my text uploaded?
No. Counting happens in your browser.
Is the Word Counter free?
Yes, with no account or limit.