Word Counter & Text Analyzer
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly. Get reading time, keyword density, readability scores and social media limits — all in real-time.
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How to Use the Word Counter
Paste or type your text
Enter any text into the editor above. You can paste from Google Docs, Word, or any source. Stats update instantly as you type.
Check your word count
View your word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, and paragraph count in the stats bar above the editor.
Review reading time
See estimated reading time (based on 200 words per minute) and speaking time (130 wpm) to plan your content length appropriately.
Analyse keywords and readability
Open the Advanced Analysis panel to view keyword density, Flesch Reading Ease scores, and Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level for your text.
Check social media limits
See how your text fits within character limits for Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, TikTok, meta descriptions, and title tags.
Why Word Count Matters
Word count is a fundamental metric for any type of writing. Whether you're crafting a blog post for SEO, writing an essay for university, or composing a social media caption, knowing your word count helps you meet requirements and optimise for your audience. Search engines like Google tend to favour comprehensive, in-depth content — studies consistently show that long-form content of 1,500-2,500 words ranks higher for competitive keywords.
Beyond SEO, word count directly impacts readability and engagement. Blog posts with a 7-minute reading time (roughly 1,600 words) receive the most engagement according to Medium's data. For social media, character limits force you to be concise and impactful — a well-crafted 280-character tweet can outperform a lengthy post. Academic writing has strict word limits that must be met precisely, and professional communications benefit from brevity. Our word counter tool gives you all these metrics in real-time, so you can write with confidence.
Readability Scores Explained
The Flesch Reading Ease score rates your text on a scale of 0 to 100, where higher scores indicate easier reading. The formula considers average sentence length and average syllables per word. A score of 60-70 is considered ideal for web content, making it accessible to a broad audience. Most popular news websites aim for scores in the 50-60 range, while academic papers typically score below 30.
The Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level translates readability into a US school grade level. For example, a score of 8.0 means an eighth grader can understand the text. For maximum reach with web content, aim for a grade level of 7-9. This doesn't mean your content should be simplistic — it means using clear language, shorter sentences, and avoiding unnecessary jargon. The best content communicates complex ideas simply, and that's exactly what these scores help you achieve.
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