Character Counter
Count characters, words, sentences, paragraphs and reading time as you type.
About Character Counter
Count characters (with and without spaces), words, sentences, paragraphs and lines in real time, plus estimated reading and speaking time. Perfect for tweets, meta descriptions, essays and any place with a strict character limit. Runs entirely in your browser.
How to use Character Counter
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Type or paste your text into the box.
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Watch the counts update instantly as you edit.
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Use the character count to stay within limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it count spaces as characters?
Yes — the tool shows both the total character count including spaces and a separate count with spaces removed.
How is reading time estimated?
Reading time assumes about 200 words per minute and speaking time about 130 words per minute, which are common averages.