Free Word & Character Counter

Count words, characters, and reading time. Free, fast, and private—all processing happens in your browser.

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Reading Time
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Speaking Time
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Accurate word and character counts are essential for writers, students, and content creators. Whether you're meeting word limits, optimizing content length, or estimating reading time, our counter provides instant, detailed analysis.

Metrics Provided

- **Words**: Total word count - **Characters**: With and without spaces - **Sentences**: Based on punctuation - **Paragraphs**: Based on line breaks - **Reading Time**: At 200 WPM average - **Speaking Time**: At 150 WPM average

Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on an average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute. Speaking time uses approximately 150 words per minute.

Are spaces counted as characters?

We show both counts: characters with spaces and characters without spaces, so you can use whichever metric you need.

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