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Word Counter

Analyze text metrics including word count, character count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time. Perfect for writers, bloggers, and content creators.

Private analysis - Text never leaves browser

Best for: Drafting blog posts, checking essay length limits, and optimizing social media captions.

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Limits & Accuracy Notice
  • Maximum text length: 500,000 characters (~90k words)
  • Counts are calculated locally in your browser.
  • Designed for articles, essays, and code comments.
  • Prevents UI lockups on mobile/low-end devices.
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Words
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Characters
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No Spaces
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Lines
0 min
Reading Time
~200 WPM
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Speaking Time
~130 WPM
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Avg Word Len
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Longest Word
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More Than Just a Word Counter

UtilBelt's **Word Counter** is a comprehensive writing utility designed to help you analyze your text with precision. Whether you are a student crafting an essay with a strict limit, or a social media manager optimizing a tweet, knowing your exact character count is crucial.

Unlike basic counters, we perform real-time analysis to estimate **Reading Time**—a vital metric for bloggers aiming to maximize engagement.

1Understanding Metrics

  • Word Count:

    The total number of words separated by spaces. Industry standard for articles.

  • Character Count:

    Includes every letter, number, and space. Vital for SMS and Twitter limitations.

  • Reading Time:

    Calculated based on an average adult reading speed of 225 wpm. Helps you pace your content.

★Platform Limits Guide

  • X (Twitter): 280 characters
  • Google SEO Title: ~60 characters
  • Google Meta Description: ~160 characters
  • LinkedIn Post: 3,000 characters
  • Instagram Caption: 2,200 characters

🔒Privacy Policy

**We do not store your text.**

This tool runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. When you paste your text, it is analyzed locally on your device. We do not transmit a single keystroke to our servers, making it safe for confidential drafts and private journals.

✏️Writers' Tips

  • Aim for sentences under 20 words for better readability.
  • Use short paragraphs (3-4 lines) for web content.
  • Check readability scores regularly.

Common Use Cases

SEO Meta Description Optimization
University Essay Word Limits
Social Media Post Drafting
Novel Writing Progress Tracking
Translation Cost Estimation
Speech Timing Calculation

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is estimated based on an average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute. This provides a helpful estimate for content planning and user experience optimization.

Is there a character limit?

No, our word counter can handle text of any length. All processing happens in your browser, so there are no server-side limitations.

Does the tool store my text?

No, all text analysis happens entirely in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security.

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