Word Counter

Why an exact count matters more than you'd think

So many things you write come with a hard limit, and going over it has real consequences. A meta description that runs past ~160 characters gets cut off mid-sentence in Google results. A university essay with a strict word cap can lose marks for overshooting. Ad platforms reject headlines that exceed their character limit outright. This counter updates live as you type or paste, so you always know exactly where you stand against the limit.

What each number tells you

• Words — the count most essays, articles, and assignments are measured by.
• Characters — what matters for tweets, SMS, meta tags, and headlines, where every symbol counts.
• Sentences — a quick readability cue; very long sentences often signal text worth breaking up.
• Reading time — estimated at about 200 words per minute, handy for sizing a blog post or a speech.

Handy limits worth remembering

• SEO title: ~60 characters  •  Meta description: ~155–160 characters
• X / Twitter post: 280 characters
• Short blog post: 500–800 words  •  In-depth article: 1,500+ words

Frequently asked questions

How is reading time calculated?
From an average adult silent-reading speed of roughly 200 words per minute. Technical or dense material reads slower, so treat it as a friendly estimate.

Does it count spaces as characters?
The character total reflects the full length of your text. For limits that exclude spaces, remember most platforms (like Twitter) count them.

Is my text private?
Completely. Counting happens live in your browser — nothing is uploaded, so it is safe for confidential drafts.