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Word Counter Online β€” Free & Instant

Count words, characters, sentences, reading time, keyword density, and social media limits as you type. Private, fast, and free.

Core counts

Words0
Characters (with spaces)0
Characters (no spaces)0
Sentences0
Paragraphs0
Lines0

Reading & speaking time

Reading time (200 wpm)0 min
Speaking time (130 wpm)0 min

Keyword density

Top keywords appear here once you add text.

Platform limits

Twitter/X post0/280
LinkedIn post0/3,000
Meta description0/160
Instagram caption0/2,200
SMS0/160

How It Works

01

Paste

Type or paste your text into the editor

02

Count

See words, characters, reading time, and more update live

03

Use

Check platform limits, keyword density, and copy when ready

Help Us Improve

Your feedback helps us build better tools.

About Word Counter Tool

Our free Word Counter instantly counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and lines in any text you paste or type. See reading time, speaking time, keyword density, and social media platform limits update in real time.

Everything runs in your browser β€” your text is never uploaded to a server. Draft essays, cover letters, and confidential notes stay private on your device while you check counts instantly.

Essential for students hitting essay word limits, content writers tracking SEO article length, social media managers checking Twitter/X and LinkedIn character limits, and professionals keeping emails concise. Paste from Word, Google Docs, or any editor without installing apps.

Read the full guide: Word counter online guide β€” counts, reading time, and platform limits

When Should You Use Word Counter?

Checking essay word count

Verify UPSC, SSC, or college essay length before submission deadlines.

Social media character limits

Check progress against Twitter/X, LinkedIn, Instagram, and Meta description limits.

Content writing & SEO

Track article length and top keyword density while drafting blog posts.

Presentation timing

Estimate speaking time at 130 words per minute for speeches and scripts.

Email and report length

Keep professional writing concise with live word and character counts.

Frequently Asked Questions