Character & Word Counter
100% Free · Client-Side
Count characters, words, sentences, paragraphs, and lines in your text. Includes reading time, speaking time, and average word length.
Your Text
0Characters
0Characters (no spaces)
0Words
0Sentences
0Paragraphs
0Lines
0Avg. Word Length
0 secReading Time
0 secSpeaking Time
What is the Text Counter?
The Text Counter (Character & Word Counter) counts characters, words, sentences, paragraphs, and estimates reading time in real time as you type or paste text. It also shows average word length and unique word count — a comprehensive writing analysis tool for writers, students, and developers.
Content Length References
| Platform / Use | Character / Word Limit |
|---|---|
| Twitter/X Post | 280 characters |
| LinkedIn Post | 3,000 characters |
| Meta Description (SEO) | 150–160 characters |
| Google Ads Headline | 30 characters |
| SEO Blog Post | 1,500–2,500 words (recommended) |
| Email Subject Line | 40–60 characters for best open rates |
Common Use Cases
- Check tweet/post length before publishing to stay within platform char limits
- Verify meta description length for SEO optimization
- Estimate reading time for blog posts and articles
- Count words for academic essays with word count requirements
- Analyze text complexity with average word length and unique word ratio
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How are words counted in this tool?
A word is defined as a sequence of characters separated by spaces, tabs, or newlines. Our tool uses a robust regular expression to accurately count words in multiple languages.
2. Is there a limit to the length of text I can analyze?
There is no fixed character limit. However, for extremely large documents (e.g., several megabytes of text), your browser's performance may vary. The tool is optimized for blog posts, essays, and social media content.
3. How is the reading and speaking time estimated?
Reading time is calculated based on an average speed of 200 words per minute, while speaking time is based on 130 words per minute. These are standard benchmarks for average adults.