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Word Counter & Reading Time
Word Counter & Reading Time
What is this tool?
A free text analyzer that counts words, characters, and sentences in any text you provide, and estimates reading time based on typical reading speed. It's built for writers, students, and editors who need quick, accurate text metrics.
When to use it
- Checking whether an essay or assignment meets a word count requirement
- Estimating how long a blog post or article will take readers to finish
- Verifying a meta description or headline fits within character limits
- Analyzing the length of a script, speech, or presentation
- Comparing the length of two drafts before choosing which to publish
How to use it
- 1Open the Word Counter & Reading Time tool.
- 2Paste or type your text into the input box.
- 3View the word count, character count, and other metrics update live.
- 4Check the estimated reading time shown alongside the counts.
- 5Edit your text and watch the numbers update in real time.
Frequently asked questions
How is the reading time calculated?
It's estimated by dividing your word count by an average reading speed, so actual reading time will vary by individual.
Does the character count include spaces?
The tool typically shows character counts you can use to check against limits; review the specific count labels shown for your use case.
Is my essay or document sent to a server when I paste it in?
No, all counting happens locally in your browser using JavaScript.
Can I use this to check a meta description's length?
Yes, pasting your description in will show you its character count so you can check it against typical length guidelines.
Is there a limit to how much text I can analyze?
There's no fixed limit, but very long text may take a brief moment to process since it runs in your browser.