Word Counter

Analyze your text with detailed statistics and insights

Text Input
Type or paste your text below for instant analysis.
Words: 0Characters: 0Reading Time: < 1 minute
Text Statistics
0
Words
0
Characters
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
Characters (no spaces):0
Avg. words per sentence:0.0
Avg. sentences per paragraph:0.0
Reading Time
Reading (200 WPM):
< 1 minute
Speaking (150 WPM):
< 1 minute
Word Count Goal
Target:
0 / 500 words0.0%
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How to Use the Word Counter

1. Input Your Text

Type directly into the text area or paste your content. You can also try our sample texts to see the tool in action.

2. View Real-time Stats

Watch as word count, character count, and reading time update automatically as you type or edit your text.

3. Analyze & Export

Review keyword density, set word count goals, and download detailed reports for your records.

Common Use Cases

Academic Writing

  • • Essay word limits
  • • Research paper requirements
  • • Thesis chapter tracking
  • • Citation analysis

Content Creation

  • • Blog post optimization
  • • Social media posts
  • • Marketing copy
  • • SEO content planning

Professional Writing

  • • Business proposals
  • • Email optimization
  • • Report writing
  • • Presentation scripts

Creative Writing

  • • Novel chapter tracking
  • • Short story limits
  • • Poetry analysis
  • • Script writing

Writing Tips & Guidelines

Optimal Word Counts

  • • Blog posts: 1,500-2,500 words
  • • Social media: 40-80 characters
  • • Email subject: 30-50 characters
  • • Meta descriptions: 150-160 characters

Readability Tips

  • • Keep sentences under 20 words
  • • Use active voice
  • • Break up long paragraphs
  • • Include transition words

SEO Best Practices

  • • Target keyword density: 1-3%
  • • Use related keywords naturally
  • • Include keywords in headings
  • • Write for humans, not just search engines

Engagement Metrics

  • • Average reading speed: 200-250 WPM
  • • Speaking speed: 130-150 WPM
  • • Attention span: 8-12 seconds online
  • • Ideal paragraph: 2-3 sentences