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Word Counter
Paste text to count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
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How To Use Word Counter
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Overview
Use this word counter to measure text length for articles, forms, posts, essays, and snippets.
Paste your text and run the tool to see word count, character count, sentence count, paragraph count, and a reading time estimate.
Counting Rules
- Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace.
- Characters include spaces and line breaks.
- Estimated reading time uses about 200 words per minute.
Practical Tips
- Use character count without spaces for tight form limits.
- Reading time is an estimate and can vary by audience.
- Blank lines are used to detect paragraph breaks.
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FAQ
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Does the Word Counter upload my text?
No. The text is processed in the browser.
Can it estimate reading time?
Yes. It estimates reading time using a 200 words per minute baseline.