Frequently Asked Questions
How does the word counter work?
Type or paste your text into the box. The counter updates in real time, showing word count, character count, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time.
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting the text on whitespace and filtering out empty strings. Any sequence of non-whitespace characters counts as one word.
Does the word counter show characters with and without spaces?
Yes. The tool shows character count with spaces (total characters) and without spaces (non-whitespace characters only). Twitter and many platforms count characters with spaces.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, the average adult reading speed for online content. A 1,000-word article takes roughly 5 minutes to read.
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. The word counter runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is transmitted to any server.
What is a good word count for a blog post?
For SEO, blog posts between 1,000 and 2,000 words tend to rank well. In-depth guides often run 2,000–4,000 words. Short-form posts can be 300–600 words for quick answers.