The Free Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly. Estimate reading time and check social media character limits. No sign-up, no server, no limits.
What does this word counter do?
This free word counter gives you instant statistics on any text you paste or type. It counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs in real time — no page refresh, no button press, no server involved. Everything runs client-side in your browser.
It also estimates reading time based on an average of 200 words per minute, and shows how your text stacks up against the character limits of Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Meta descriptions — making it a practical tool for writers, content creators, and anyone doing SEO.
How to use this word counter
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Paste or type your text
Click the textarea and paste your content, or start typing. All stats update live as you write — no button needed.
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Read your stats
The right panel shows word count, character counts (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
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Check social media limits
The progress bars at the bottom show how your character count compares to Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Meta description limits.
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Copy or adjust
Trim your text directly in the editor and watch all numbers update in real time until you hit your target.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated? +
Based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute — a commonly used benchmark for web content.
Does it count characters with or without spaces? +
Both. It shows character count with spaces and without spaces separately.
What social media limits does it show? +
Twitter/X (280), LinkedIn (3000), Instagram caption (2200), and Meta description (155).
What is keyword density? +
The percentage of times a specific word appears relative to the total word count. Useful for SEO optimization.