Writing & content
Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and reading time as you type.
Paste or type. Counts update live. Useful for tweets, meta descriptions, essays, and blog drafts.
Words12
Characters77
No spaces66
Sentences1
Paragraphs1
Reading time0m 3s
How to use it
- 1Paste or type text.
- 2Read counts on the right.
- 3Copy back the trimmed text if needed.
Real use cases
- Tweet drafts (280 chars).
- Meta descriptions (160 chars).
- Essay word limits.
Frequently asked
How is reading time calculated?
Average adult reads ~230 words per minute. This tool uses 225 wpm as a slightly conservative baseline.
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