Word & Character Counter
Instant, real-time statistics for your text. Count words, characters, sentences, and more.
Why use our free Word Counter?
Whether you're writing an essay, a tweet (X post), an SEO meta description, or a novel, keeping track of your word and character count is important. Most platforms have strict limits.
- Twitter/X limit: 280 characters
- SEO Meta Title: ~60 characters
- SEO Meta Description: ~160 characters
- Instagram Caption: 2,200 characters
Our tool updates in real-time as you type, so you never lose your flow. Everything is calculated instantaneously using JavaScript, meaning your text is never sent to our servers. Enjoy complete privacy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this tool count spaces as characters?
By default, yes. However, we provide both "Characters" (including spaces) and "Characters Without Spaces" metrics so you can track precisely what you need.
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. Your text is processed entirely within your browser. There is no backend saving your work, bringing you complete privacy and instant calculation speeds.
How is reading time calculated?
We use the industry standard of 200 words per minute to estimate average reading time. If your text is under 200 words, it will display as < 1 minute.