How is reading time calculated?

Based on an average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute.

Does it count hyphenated words as one or two?

Hyphenated words are counted as a single word.

Is word count useful for SEO or Twitter?

Yes. Use it to hit meta description length (~150 words), article length targets, and Twitter's character limit (280 characters — use Character Counter for that).

Word Counter

Paste any text and see word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and reading time. Ideal for essays, social posts, and SEO. Everything runs in your browser — your text is not stored or sent to our servers by this tool.

Free · No limits · Runs in your browser

How to use

1Paste or type your text in the input area.
2View word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts in real-time.
3Check the estimated reading time.
4Copy or clear the text when done.

Frequently asked questions

How is reading time calculated?: Based on an average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute.
Does it count hyphenated words as one or two?: Hyphenated words are counted as a single word.
Is word count useful for SEO or Twitter?: Yes. Use it to hit meta description length (~150 words), article length targets, and Twitter's character limit (280 characters — use Character Counter for that).