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Paste your text below to instantly see word count, character count, sentence count and reading time. Reading time is calculated at 220 words per minute — the average adult reading speed.
9
Words
51
Characters
1
Sentences
1
Min read
Why word count matters
Blog posts of 1,500-2,000 words tend to rank best in Google search.
Twitter and LinkedIn have character limits — knowing your count prevents surprises.
Academic submissions, grant applications and press releases often have strict word limits.
How reading time is calculated
Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of 220 words per minute. A 1,000-word article takes approximately 4-5 minutes. The actual time varies by reader and content complexity.
FAQ
How many words should a blog post be?
For SEO, 1,500-2,500 words is ideal for most topics. Long-form posts of 3,000+ words work for competitive keywords.
Does character count include spaces?
Yes. This counter includes spaces in the character count.
How is reading time calculated?
Word count divided by 220 (average adult reading speed), rounded up to the nearest minute.