Word Counter
Paste or type your text — every statistic updates as you write. Your text stays on your device.
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Common word count targets
Social media posts work best under 280 characters; blog posts typically land between 1,000–2,000 words; a cover letter should be under 400 words; and a 5-minute speech is roughly 700–750 words at a natural pace. Use the reading-time figure (based on ~200 words per minute) to sanity-check essays and scripts.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
Any sequence of characters separated by spaces or line breaks counts as one word, matching the behaviour of most word processors.
Is my text uploaded?
No. Counting happens in your browser as you type — the text never leaves your device.