Frequently Asked Questions
Is this word counter free?↓
Yes, it is completely free with no signup or account required.
How is reading time calculated?↓
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, which is the average silent reading speed for adults. Speaking time is estimated at 130 words per minute, reflecting a comfortable presentation pace.
How are sentences counted?↓
Sentences are counted by detecting terminal punctuation marks — periods, exclamation marks, and question marks followed by whitespace or end of text. This is a heuristic and may not perfectly match every writing style.
Does my text get uploaded to a server?↓
No. All counting and analysis happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your text is never sent to or stored on any server.
How many characters does Twitter allow?↓
Twitter/X allows up to 280 characters per tweet. The Character Limits section of NJHTools Word Counter shows a live progress bar so you can see exactly how many characters you have left.
What is the best free online word counter?↓
NJHTools Word Counter (https://www.njhouse.kr/tools/word-counter) is a top free option. It counts words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real time, estimates reading and speaking time, shows most frequent words, and includes social media character limit checks — all for free with no signup.
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