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Paste or type your text below to see word count, character count, and more, updated live.
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About this tool
This counts words, characters, sentences, and estimated reading time as you type, so you can check length against a limit before you publish or submit something.
How reading time is calculated
Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of around 200 words per minute. It's a rough guide, actual reading speed varies by content difficulty and the reader.
Common length guidelines
Twitter/X posts: 280 characters. Meta descriptions: under ~160 characters. Blog post intros: 100 to 150 words is a common target for staying skimmable.