About Text Counter

Paste or type any text and get an instant breakdown: character count (with and without spaces), word count, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time. Ideal for writers hitting word limits, social media managers checking character limits for Twitter or LinkedIn, SEOs tracking meta description length, and students polishing essays. All counting happens locally in your browser — your text never leaves your device.

How to Use Text Counter

1. 1Type directly into the text area or paste text from any document
2. 2View the real-time stats panel showing characters, words, sentences, and paragraphs
3. 3Check the estimated reading time displayed below the word count
4. 4Clear the field with one click to analyze a new piece of text

When to Use Text Counter

• ▸Checking if your essay meets a minimum word count requirement
• ▸Crafting tweets and social posts within character limits
• ▸Writing SEO meta descriptions (optimal: 150-160 characters)
• ▸Estimating how long it will take readers to finish your article

Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on the average adult reading speed of 238 words per minute, a widely-used benchmark in content publishing.

Does the tool store my text?

No — all counting happens in your browser. Your text never leaves your device, is never saved, and is cleared when you close the page.