How is reading time calculated?

We use an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute to estimate how long it would take to read the entire document.

Is the paragraph count accurate?

We count paragraphs based on double line breaks. Note that very complex layouts might vary slightly from Word's internal count.

Can I use this for essays?

Yes! It's perfect for students and writers who need to hit specific word or character limits.

Word Counter

Count words, characters, and reading time.

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About Word Counter

Get detailed statistics about your Word documents. Our counter provides not just word and character counts, but also character counts without spaces, paragraph counts, and an estimated reading time. No need to open Word just to see how much you've written.

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