Word count guidelines
| Writing | Typical length |
|---|---|
| Tweet / X post | under 280 characters |
| Meta description | 140–155 characters |
| College application essay | 500–650 words |
| Blog post that ranks well | 1,200–2,000 words |
| Cover letter | 250–400 words |
How to use the Word Counter tool
- Type or paste your text.
- See words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time update instantly.
- Check the platform limits and the most-used keywords.
Why SaralKit?
- Free forever: no "credits", no trial, no premium tier, no watermark and no daily limit.
- No account, ever: nothing to sign up for. Just open the page and use it.
- No data stored: your files and the numbers you type are processed by your own browser. We never upload, store or see them.
- Works offline: once the page has loaded, most tools keep working without internet.
- Open source: anyone can read the code on GitHub.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
A word is any run of letters or numbers separated by spaces or punctuation. Hyphenated words ("well-known") count as one. Hindi and other scripts are counted too.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes 238 words per minute (the average silent reading speed for adults); speaking time assumes 140 words per minute.
Is my text saved or uploaded?
It is never uploaded. It is kept only in your browser (local storage) so you don't lose it if you refresh. Press Clear to remove it.