Word Counter
Count Words, Characters & Reading Time
Analyze your text instantly — word count, character count, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time. Perfect for essays, blog posts, and social media.
Real-Time Analysis
See exact word count, character count, and more update instantly as you type. No buttons to click.
Reading Time Estimate
Know how long your text takes to read based on average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute.
Top Word Frequency
Discover the most frequently used words in your text. Great for SEO analysis and avoiding repetition.
100% Private
All processing happens in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to any server.
Why Word Count Matters for Your Writing
Whether you're writing a college essay, a blog post, a tweet, or a LinkedIn article, word count matters. Many platforms and assignments have specific word limits — Twitter allows 280 characters, Instagram captions work best under 2,200 characters, and college essays often require 500-1,000 words. Our word counter helps you stay within these limits effortlessly.
Word Count and SEO
For content creators and SEO professionals, word count is a key metric. Search engines tend to favor comprehensive, in-depth articles. Studies show that top-ranking pages on Google average 1,500-2,500 words. Our tool helps you track your content length to ensure you're creating competitive, well-developed pieces that satisfy both readers and search algorithms.
Understanding Reading Time
The average adult reads at approximately 200-250 words per minute. Medium and other publishing platforms display estimated reading time to help readers decide whether to invest their time. Our tool calculates this automatically, helping you gauge whether your content is the right length for your audience's attention span.