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Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and reading time as you type.
Word & Character Counter
Words0
Characters0
No spaces0
Sentences0
Paragraphs0
Reading time0 min
Why count words and characters?
Word and character counts matter for essays, social posts, SEO meta descriptions and application forms with strict limits. This tool updates every count as you type, so you always know exactly where you stand.
How each number is calculated
- Words are groups of characters separated by spaces or line breaks.
- Characters counts every character including spaces; “no spaces” ignores whitespace.
- Reading time assumes an average pace of about 200 words per minute.
Frequently asked questions
How many characters are in a tweet or X post?
Standard posts on X (Twitter) allow up to 280 characters. Use the “no spaces” or “characters” count to stay within the limit.
How long should an SEO meta description be?
Aim for around 150–160 characters so it isn't truncated in search results. The character count here helps you stay in range.
Does the word counter count Chinese characters?
Yes. Chinese text without spaces is still counted, and the character counts are especially useful for Chinese writing limits.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. All counting happens locally in your browser. Nothing you paste is sent to a server.