WKIT

Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs. Get reading time estimates instantly.

Enter Text
0
Words
0
Characters
0
Chars (no spaces)
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
1
Lines
< 1 min
Reading Time
< 1 min
Speaking Time

Statistics Explained

  • Words: Total number of words separated by whitespace
  • Characters: Total characters including spaces
  • Characters (no spaces): Characters excluding whitespace
  • Sentences: Text segments ending with . ! or ?
  • Paragraphs: Text blocks separated by blank lines
  • Lines: Total number of line breaks
  • Reading Time: Based on 225 words per minute
  • Speaking Time: Based on 140 words per minute

Common Character Limits

  • Twitter/X: 280 characters
  • Instagram caption: 2,200 characters
  • LinkedIn post: 3,000 characters
  • Meta title: 60 characters
  • Meta description: 160 characters

Frequently Asked Questions

How is word count calculated?

Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace. Contractions like "don't" count as one word.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on an average reading speed of 225 words per minute, which is typical for adults reading at a comfortable pace.

What is character count without spaces?

This counts only visible characters, excluding all whitespace (spaces, tabs, newlines). Useful for social media limits that don't count spaces.

Is this word counter free?

Yes, WKIT Word Counter is completely free. No signup required, no hidden fees.