Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs instantly by pasting your text below.
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Word count updates instantly as you type or paste text.
Count characters with and without spaces.
Useful for writing analysis and structure planning.
Based on 200–250 words per minute average reading speed.
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Fully responsive on all platforms.
Type or Paste Text — Start typing or paste your content into the text area.
View Stats — Word count, character count, and reading time update instantly.
Copy or Clear — Copy your text or clear to start fresh.
Understanding when and why to use this tool helps you get the best results for your specific use case.
| Metric | What it tells you |
|---|---|
| Word Count | Total words — useful for articles, essays, reports |
| Character Count | Total characters — important for social media limits |
| Sentence Count | Number of sentences — affects readability score |
| Paragraph Count | Structure indicator — useful for long-form content |
| Reading Time | Estimated time to read at average speed |
| Unique Words | Vocabulary richness indicator |
Twitter/X has a 280 character limit per tweet. Use our character counter to write within the limit before posting.
SEO-optimised blog posts typically range from 1,500 to 2,500 words for in-depth content. Short posts are 500–800 words. Our word counter helps you hit your target.