Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs instantly. Free online word counter with reading time and social media limits. No signup required.
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace and filtering empty strings. Hyphenated words like "well-known" count as one word. Numbers and contractions are also counted as words.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is based on 200 words per minute (typical adult reading speed). Speaking time uses 150 WPM, reflecting a comfortable speaking pace.
What are the optimal lengths for social media?
X performs best at 71-100 chars. LinkedIn gets most engagement at 1300-2000 chars. Instagram captions should hook readers in the first 125 chars (before "...more"). YouTube titles perform best at 60-70 chars.
Is my text stored anywhere?
No. Runs entirely in your browser. Text never leaves your machine.