Reading Time Calculator
Calculate reading time for text online free. Words per minute estimate.
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Reading Time Calculator
Estimate reading and speaking time from your word count (200 WPM read, 130 WPM speak).
Why it matters: Reading time helps readers set expectations and improves blog and article UX.
How to count words and characters
- 1 Paste or type your text into the box above — it counts in real time.
- 2 Read word, character (with/without spaces), sentence, and paragraph totals instantly.
- 3 Switch to a platform preset (Twitter, LinkedIn, SMS) to watch the limit meter.
- 4 Use Reading Time to estimate how long your text takes to read or speak.
- 5 Export or copy your stats, or open a specialized counter from the hub below.
Frequently Asked Questions
We divide total words by 200 (average adult reading speed) for reading time, and 130 for speaking time. Counting happens entirely in your browser, so your text never leaves your device. Statistics update in real time as you type or paste.
Currently fixed at average speeds. For technical texts, add ~20% to the estimated time. Counting happens entirely in your browser, so your text never leaves your device. Statistics update in real time as you type or paste.
It helps readers manage expectations and improves UX on blogs and articles. Counting happens entirely in your browser, so your text never leaves your device. Statistics update in real time as you type or paste.
No. This tool analyzes text only. Add ~12 seconds per image for a more accurate blog estimate. Counting happens entirely in your browser, so your text never leaves your device. Statistics update in real time as you type or paste.
Average adult reading speed is about 200 words per minute; speaking time uses about 130 words per minute. Counting happens entirely in your browser, so your text never leaves your device. Statistics update in real time as you type or paste.
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