Question 1

How accurate is the word count?

Accepted Answer

The word counter splits text on whitespace and punctuation, matching how most word processors (Microsoft Word, Google Docs) count words. Results are typically identical to Word/Docs.

Question 2

How is reading time calculated?

Accepted Answer

Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute — the average adult reading speed. For dense technical content, the actual time may be longer.

Question 3

What is the Flesch readability score?

Accepted Answer

The Flesch Reading Ease score (0-100) measures how easy text is to read. 90-100 = very easy (5th grade), 60-70 = standard (8th-9th grade), 0-30 = very difficult (college graduate). Higher is easier to read.

Question 4

Is there a word limit?

Accepted Answer

No — you can paste text of any length. The counter processes entirely in your browser with no data sent to servers.

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