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A word counter is an essential tool for anyone who writes content. Whether you are drafting a blog post, an essay, a LinkedIn post, a meta description or a newsletter, knowing the exact word count helps you meet length requirements and optimize your content.
Our online word counter analyzes your text instantly — no button to click. Paste or type your text and the statistics update in real time: word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, plus estimated reading and speaking time.
Unlike other tools, everything runs in your browser. No text is sent to a server. Your data stays private and the tool works offline once the page has loaded.
Online Word Counter: Why Use One?
An online word counter is more convenient than installed software. It works on every device (PC, Mac, tablet, phone) and requires no sign-up. Here are the most common use cases:
SEO & Blog Posts
Google favors in-depth articles. A solid SEO article has between 1,000 and 2,500 words. The counter helps you hit the optimal length without guessing.
Social Media
Twitter/X: 280 characters. LinkedIn: 3,000 characters per post. Instagram: 2,200 characters per caption. The character counter prevents annoying truncations.
Academic Writing
Theses, dissertations, homework: word count requirements are strict. Verify in one click that your text meets the imposed limits.
Emails & Newsletters
A good newsletter is between 400 and 700 words. Too short and it lacks substance. Too long and readers drop off. The counter helps you find the right balance.
Word Count: Recommended Lengths by Content Type
The ideal word count depends on the format. Here is a guide to recommended lengths for each content type:
| Format | Word Count |
|---|---|
| LinkedIn Post | 150 – 300 words |
| Newsletter | 400 – 700 words |
| Blog Post (short) | 800 – 1,200 words |
| SEO Article (long) | 1,500 – 2,500 words |
| Sales Page | 1,000 – 3,000 words |
| Meta Description | 20 – 30 words (155 chars) |
| Email Subject Line | 5 – 10 words (60 chars) |
These numbers are guidelines, not hard rules. What matters most is that every word adds value. A well-structured 800-word article is worth more than a 2,000-word article filled with fluff.
How the Word Counter Calculates Your Statistics
Our word counter uses precise rules for each metric. Here is how every statistic is calculated:
- WWords — The text is split by spaces and line breaks. Each group of characters separated by whitespace counts as one word. Numbers and abbreviations count as well.
- CCharacters — All characters are counted, including spaces, punctuation and special characters. The counter also shows characters without spaces, useful for SMS or tweet limits.
- SSentences — A sentence ends with a period (.), exclamation mark (!) or question mark (?). Abbreviations like "Mr." or "etc." may slightly affect the count.
- §Paragraphs — A paragraph is a block of text separated by a blank line (double line break). Text without blank lines counts as a single paragraph.
- ⏱Reading Time — Based on a speed of 250 words per minute (average adult silent reading). Speaking time is calculated at 150 words per minute (oral presentation speed).
Word Counters: Word, Google Docs or Online?
There are several ways to count the words in a text. Here is a comparison of the most popular word counters:
Microsoft Word
The word counter is built into the status bar at the bottom of the window. Click it to see details (words, characters, paragraphs, lines). Works well but requires Word to be installed and a file open.
Google Docs
Tools menu → Word count (or Ctrl+Shift+C). Shows words, characters and characters without spaces. Convenient if you are already writing in Google Docs, but does not work for text copied from elsewhere.
Online Word Counter (like this one)
The fastest option: paste your text and results appear instantly. Works on every device with no installation. More metrics than Word or Google Docs: reading time, speaking time, sentences and paragraphs in real time.
For a quick check (email length, post length, or pasted text), an online counter is the fastest solution. For long-form writing, the built-in counters in Word and Google Docs are more practical since they update as you type.