Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, lines, and estimated reading time.
About the Word Counter
This tool counts words, characters, characters without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and lines in real time. Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute.
Use it for titles, meta descriptions, social posts, documentation snippets, article drafts, email copy, and any text where length matters.
Practical word count examples
Meta descriptions: paste a search snippet and watch the character count while trimming the copy.
Documentation: compare a short setup note with a longer explanation before deciding what belongs on a landing page.
Reading time: estimate whether a changelog, release note, or support reply is becoming too long for its context.
FAQ
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting non-empty text on whitespace, which works well for English and many space-separated languages.
Does character count include spaces?
The tool shows both total characters and characters without spaces.
How is reading time estimated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, rounded for quick planning.
Can I use it for meta descriptions?
Yes. It is useful for titles, meta descriptions, social posts, email copy, and documentation snippets.