Character Counter
Count characters, words, sentences and paragraphs in real time.
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This free online character counter instantly shows how many characters, words, sentences and paragraphs are in your text. It is perfect for checking social media limits, essay lengths, or copywriting drafts.
How to use
- Type or paste your text into the box below.
- Watch the counters update automatically.
- Use the Copy button to grab your text, or Clear to start over.
Characters
0
Without spaces
0
Words
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
0
Reading time
0 min
Frequently asked questions
- How does the character counter work?
- Type or paste your text into the box above. The counter updates automatically in real time, showing characters, words, sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time.
- Does spaces count as characters?
- Yes, spaces are counted as characters by default. You can also see the character count without spaces in the second stat card.
- Can I count social media characters?
- Absolutely. Use this tool to check character limits for tweets, Instagram captions, LinkedIn posts and other platforms. It works for any text.
- Is this tool free?
- Yes. It is completely free, works entirely in your browser, and requires no account, signup or subscription.