How to use it
- Type or paste your text in the big box.
- Read the counts above the box. They change as you type.
About Word Counter
Writing an essay with a word limit, a tweet, or a product description? Paste or type your text below. The counts update with every letter you type.
Character limits to know
X (Twitter) posts: 280 characters. Instagram captions: 2,200. Google page titles show about 60 characters, and descriptions about 155. SMS messages: 160 characters each.
Is my text saved?
No. Your writing stays in your browser and is never sent anywhere.
Questions people ask
How is reading time worked out?
We use 200 words per minute, the average reading speed for adults.
Do numbers count as words?
Yes. Any group of letters or numbers separated by spaces counts as one word.
How many pages is 1,000 words?
About 2 pages single-spaced, or 4 pages double-spaced.