How do I count words online? +
Simply paste or type your text into the box above. The tool instantly counts words, characters, sentences, lines, and paragraphs in real time as you type. No button click needed — results update automatically with every keystroke.
What is the character limit for Twitter and Instagram? +
Twitter/X allows 280 characters per tweet. Instagram captions allow up to 2,200 characters. LinkedIn posts allow 3,000 characters. Meta title tags should stay under 60 characters and meta descriptions under 160 characters for optimal SEO display in Google search results.
How long does it take to read 1000 words? +
The average adult reads 200–250 words per minute. So 1000 words takes approximately 4–5 minutes to read. A 500-word article takes about 2 minutes. This tool automatically calculates the estimated reading and speaking time based on your word count.
What counts as a word in a word counter? +
A word is any sequence of non-whitespace characters separated by spaces or line breaks. Numbers, hyphenated words, and contractions each count as one word. This tool uses the same standard definition used by Microsoft Word, Google Docs, and most professional writing tools.