How to use this tool
- Click inside the text box and type, or paste text from any document, email or web page.
- Read your word, character, sentence and paragraph counts as they update with every keystroke.
- Check the reading and speaking time to see how long your text takes to read or present.
- Review the keyword table to spot words you repeat too often.
- Use Copy text to copy your content, or Clear text to start over. Your text is saved in your browser, so it is still here if you reload the page.
Why word and character counts matter
Social media limits
Every platform sets its own limits. A standard post on X (Twitter) is capped at 280 characters, while LinkedIn allows up to 3,000 characters in a post and about 120 characters in a headline. Counting characters before you publish keeps your message from being cut off.
Essays and assignments
Teachers and publishers often set a minimum or maximum word count. Checking your total as you write helps you stay within range without padding or cutting at the last minute.
Meta titles and descriptions
Search engines show only part of a page title and description. As a rule of thumb, keep titles under about 60 characters and meta descriptions under about 155 characters so they display in full in search results.
Readability
Shorter sentences and focused paragraphs are easier to read. The sentence and paragraph counts help you see when a draft is getting dense.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Is my text private?
Yes. All counting happens in your browser using JavaScript. Your text is never uploaded to a server. It is only stored in your own browser's local storage so it survives a reload, and you can remove it any time with the Clear text button.
Is there a character limit?
There is no limit set by this tool. Very large documents, such as hundreds of thousands of words, may update a little slower depending on your device.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute. Speaking time assumes 130 words per minute, a comfortable pace for presentations and speeches.
How does the keyword list work?
The tool splits your text into words, ignores common filler words such as "the", "is", "at" and "and", and ranks the rest by how often they appear. Density is the share of your total word count.