Word Counter
Count words, characters, and paragraphs in your text instantly.
About the Word Counter
This word counter updates live as you type, with no debounce delay or page reload. It tracks words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time at 250 words per minute. Built-in limit indicators flag when you cross common platform thresholds: 280 characters for X (Twitter), 300 for Bluesky, 160 for SMS, 155–160 for SEO meta descriptions, and the standard 50,000–60,000-word range for KDP novel-length manuscripts. The text never leaves the page, so it's safe for unpublished drafts, NDA-bound copy, and student work.
What people use it for
- Stay under the 280-character X / Twitter limit
- Hit the 155–160-character sweet spot for SEO meta descriptions
- Track manuscript length for KDP self-publishing
- Meet college essay word-count requirements
- Estimate reading time for blog posts and newsletters
Private by design
Everything you type here is processed inside your browser. Nothing is sent to a server, logged or stored, so it is safe to use with real numbers, drafts and anything you would not paste into a hosted tool.
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Questions people ask
How do I count words in my text?
Simply paste or type your text into the input area. The word count, character count, sentence count, and paragraph count update automatically in real-time.
Does this word counter work offline?
Yes. Once the page loads, the word counter runs entirely in your browser and works without an internet connection.
What's the difference between word count and character count?
Word count measures the number of words separated by spaces, while character count measures every individual letter, number, space, and symbol in the text.
Can I use this for X (Twitter) character limits?
Yes. X (formerly Twitter) has a 280-character limit for standard posts. Use this word counter to check your character count before posting to stay within the limit.
Is this useful for KDP book interiors?
Absolutely. Self-publishers using Amazon KDP can use this tool to count words for book interiors, track manuscript length, and ensure their content meets publishing guidelines.