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Word & Character Counter

A word and character counter analyses your text in real time, showing the number of words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and an estimated reading time. It's handy for essays, social posts, meta descriptions and anywhere a length limit matters.

How to Use the Word & Character Counter

  1. Type or paste your text into the box.
  2. The counts update instantly as you write.
  3. Check words, characters, sentences and reading time.
  4. Clear the box to start again whenever you like.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does it count characters with and without spaces?

Yes. It shows both totals, which is useful for platforms and forms that count spaces differently.

How is reading time estimated?

Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of about 200-230 words per minute.

Is there a text length limit?

No practical limit. Everything runs in your browser, so you can paste long documents without any upload.

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