Character Counter - Count Characters, Words & More
Our Character Counter is a comprehensive text analysis tool that counts characters, words, sentences, paragraphs, and lines. It also estimates reading and speaking time, making it perfect for writers, students, and content creators.
Features of Character Counter
Our tool counts and analyzes multiple text metrics:
- Characters - Total character count including spaces
- Characters (no spaces) - Character count without spaces
- Words - Total word count
- Sentences - Sentence count based on punctuation
- Paragraphs - Paragraph count based on blank lines
- Lines - Total line count
- Reading time - Estimated time to read (200 wpm)
- Speaking time - Estimated time to speak (150 wpm)
About Character Counting
Character counting is essential for many purposes:
- Social media posts with character limits (Twitter, LinkedIn)
- Meta descriptions for SEO (155 characters)
- SMS messages (160 characters per segment)
- Academic papers with word requirements
- Articles with specific word counts
How to Use Character Counter
- Type or paste your text into the input area
- View real-time statistics as you type
- Copy stats using the "Copy Stats" button
- Clear text to start fresh
Character Limits Reference
| Platform | Character Limit |
|---|---|
| Twitter (X) | 280 |
| LinkedIn Post | 3,000 |
| Meta Description | 155-160 |
| Title Tag | 50-60 |
| SMS | 160 |
| Instagram Bio | 150 |
| Facebook Post | 63,206 |
Reading & Speaking Time
Our tool calculates estimated times based on:
| Metric | Speed |
|---|---|
| Reading | 200 words per minute |
| Speaking | 150 words per minute |
These are average speeds - actual times may vary based on content complexity and individual reading/speaking pace.
FAQs About Character Counter
Does it count spaces and punctuation?
Yes, the "Characters" count includes all characters. Use "Characters (no spaces)" for a count without spaces.
How are sentences counted?
Sentences are counted based on ending punctuation: periods (.), exclamation marks (!), and question marks (?).
How are paragraphs counted?
Paragraphs are separated by blank lines (two or more consecutive line breaks).
Is this tool free?
Yes, completely free with no usage limits.
Use Cases
- Social Media - Stay within character limits
- SEO - Optimize meta descriptions and titles
- Academic Writing - Meet word count requirements
- Content Creation - Track article length
- Presentations - Estimate speaking time
- Copywriting - Craft precise messaging