Word & Character Counter
See a live count of words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time for any text.
Words
Characters
No spaces:
Sentences
Paragraphs
Reading time (200 wpm)
How to use
Paste or type your text — the counter updates instantly. Great for character-limited platforms like Twitter (280), LinkedIn headlines (220) or SMS (160).
Answers, quickly
How is reading time calculated?
Using an average reading speed of 200 words per minute, rounded to the nearest minute.
Good for character-limited platforms?
Yes. It shows both counts (with and without spaces), so it works for Twitter, LinkedIn and SMS.
Is my text sent anywhere?
No. Every calculation happens in your browser and nothing leaves your device.
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