Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs. Check reading time and text statistics instantly.

Words

Characters

Sentences

Paragraphs

Characters (no spaces)

Lines

< 1 min

Reading time

< 1 min

Speaking time

Word Goal

Free Online Word Counter

This word counter tool instantly analyzes your text and provides a complete breakdown: word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and line count. It also estimates reading time (at 200 words per minute) and speaking time (at 130 words per minute).

Why Word Count Matters

SEO content: Blog posts typically perform best at 1,500-2,500 words for competitive keywords
Social media: Twitter/X limits posts to 280 characters, LinkedIn to 3,000
Academic writing: Essays, dissertations, and research papers have strict word limits
Email marketing: Subject lines should stay under 50 characters for best open rates
Meta descriptions: Keep them between 150-160 characters for full display in search results

Character Count vs Word Count

Character count includes every letter, number, symbol, and space in your text. Character count without spaces is useful for SMS messages (160 characters per segment) and database field limits. Word count is more useful for content planning and readability estimates.

Keyword Density Analysis

The top keywords section shows the most frequently used words in your text, excluding common stop words. This helps you check keyword density for SEO — aim for 1-2% density for your target keyword without overstuffing.

Reading Time Estimates

Average reading speed is approximately 200-250 words per minute for adults. Speaking speed averages 130 words per minute for presentations. These estimates help you plan content length for blog posts, scripts, and presentations.

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