Character Counter

What it does

Character Counter gives you live writing statistics the moment you start typing. Paste in any text or write directly in the box and instantly see your character count (with and without spaces), word count, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time — all updating in real time with every keystroke. It is ideal for staying within Twitter or LinkedIn post limits, checking essay length, verifying an SMS fits in one message, or gauging article reading time before publishing. Character Counter runs entirely on your device, so it works offline with no internet required. No sign-up, no account, no data sent anywhere. Free to use forever.

How to use the Character Counter

1. Click inside the text box and start typing, or paste your existing text.
2. Watch the six statistics — characters, characters without spaces, words, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time — update in real time.
3. Edit or delete text and the counts adjust instantly.
4. When you are finished, copy your text directly from the box or clear it to analyze something new.

Frequently asked questions

Does the character count include spaces?

You get both: the total character count including spaces, and a separate count excluding spaces — displayed side by side.

How is the reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of around 200–250 words per minute, giving you a practical estimate for any piece of text.

Can I use it to check Twitter or Instagram character limits?

Yes. The live character counter updates as you type, so you can paste your draft and instantly see whether it fits within any platform's limit.

Does it work without internet?

Fully. All counting happens in your browser locally, so Character Counter is completely offline-capable once the page loads.