Paste or type text below — the counts update as you go. First time? Just start typing in the big box; there's no button to press. Free, no signup, nothing to install.
What counts as a word? Anything separated by spaces — the same rule most essays, applications, and word processors use. “Well-known” counts as one word; numbers count as words too.
How is reading time worked out? At roughly 200 words per minute, the average adult silent-reading speed. A 1,000-word piece shows about 5 minutes.
Does it count characters for social posts? Yes — the Characters count includes spaces; “No spaces” excludes them. Character limits on posts and forms usually include spaces.
Is the text saved anywhere? No. It never leaves the device, and closing the page erases it.