Know your word count at a glance.
Get an instant word count, character count, sentence count and reading-time estimate as you write or edit.
Write, count, refine.
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One place for everyday text tasks.
Simple utilities for writing, publishing and polishing.
Character Counter
Count every character, including spaces and punctuation.
Open toolWord Counter
Track words, sentences, paragraphs and reading time.
Open toolX Post Counter
Check a draft against the standard X post limit.
Open toolInstagram Caption Counter
Keep captions within a commonly used character limit.
Open toolLinkedIn Post Counter
Check the length of a professional update.
Open toolText Case Converter
Switch between uppercase, lowercase and title case.
Open toolRemove Line Breaks
Turn broken copied text into clean, readable lines.
Open toolMore than a simple word count
A reliable word counter helps with articles, essays, newsletters, social posts and professional writing. PostChars combines word count with character count, paragraph count and a quick reading-time estimate so you can check the shape of your text in one place.
Useful tools.
No unnecessary steps.
Fast, focused utilities that respect your time and your text.
Try the workspaceFrequently asked questions
Clear answers about counting, formatting and privacy.
How does the word counter define a word?+
The counter recognizes sequences of letters and numbers, including common apostrophe forms such as don’t and writers’.
How is reading time estimated?+
Reading time is estimated at 225 words per minute. It is a general guide, not a measurement of an individual reader.
Does it count text in real time?+
Yes. The metrics update in your browser every time you type, paste or edit the text.