What problem does this tool solve?
Writers, editors, and marketers need consistent text-length checks. This tool counts words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs, then estimates reading time using a speed you can adjust.
Six practical questions answered
How can I count the words in a draft?
Paste the text into the editor. The counter applies a stated rule to Unicode letter and number groups, so the result can be checked consistently.
How do I count characters including spaces?
Use the total character figure. It includes spaces and line breaks and counts Unicode code points rather than visual symbols.
How can I count characters without whitespace?
Read the separate without-whitespace value. It excludes spaces, tabs, and line breaks.
How long will it take someone to read my article?
The estimate divides the word count by your selected words-per-minute rate. It is a planning estimate, not a measurement of a particular reader.
Can I check a meta description with a word counter?
Paste the description and review its character count. Search-result display also depends on pixel width; use the SERP preview for a visual draft.
How can I tell whether a social post is too long?
Compare its character count with the relevant platform’s current requirements. The tool does not automatically verify platform-specific limits.
How it works, with an example
Words are Unicode letter or number groups, including internal apostrophes and hyphens. Characters are code points. Paragraphs are blocks separated by blank lines. Sentence estimation uses . ! ? and equivalent CJK marks.
Practical example
A 600-word draft at 200 words per minute has an estimated reading time of 180 seconds. “Hello world!” contains two words. A compound emoji can count as multiple code points.
Common use cases
- Check a description against a length brief.
- Count words for an editorial assignment.
- Measure actual line breaks in a draft.
Limits and considerations
Reading time and sentence counts are estimates. Abbreviations and decimals can affect sentence detection. Visual line wrapping is not counted as a new line. Input limit: 50,000 UTF-16 units per field.
Frequently asked questions
Does the character counter include spaces?
Yes. Separate figures show characters with and without whitespace.
Can I count a long article?
Yes, within the editor’s stated size limit and your browser’s resources. Split larger documents into sections if needed.
What determines the reading-time estimate?
The word count and the words-per-minute assumption you choose.
Is there a charge for counting words and characters?
No. The counter is free.
Is pasted text uploaded for counting?
No. Counting runs locally in your browser.
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