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Word counter & reading time

Count words, characters, and estimate reading time for school essays.

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Words

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Characters

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No spaces

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Sentences

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Reading time ≈ < 1 min (≈200 wpm)

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About Word counter & reading time

Paste text for live word, character, sentence, and reading-time stats (~200 wpm). Useful for CBSE essay limits — text stays in your tab.

Text stays in your browser tab.

Essay limits without pasting into a random AI box

School essays, blog drafts, and tutor feedback notes all need a word count. Paste here for live words, characters, sentences, and reading time at about 200 wpm. Nothing is saved when you close the tab.

How to use Word counter

  1. Paste text
  2. Read live stats

Common use cases

  • CBSE / board essay word limits
  • Tutor feedback drafts

Practical tips

  • Check the limit before the final polish pass.
  • Reading time helps plan oral presentations.
  • Clear sensitive text when you finish.

Longer guide

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Frequently asked questions

Search privacy, pricing, WhatsApp, and how-to answers

  • Is text saved?+

    No.

  • How is reading time estimated?+

    We use about 200 words per minute — a common silent-reading estimate for students.

  • Do I need a Mentr account to use this tool?+

    No. Every Mentr Tool works without login. Accounts are optional if you later want to find a tutor, enroll in Learn, or list as faculty.

  • Are Mentr Tools really free?+

    Yes. Tools are free forever with no coins, premium packs, or upload limits set by us. Your device memory is the only practical limit.

  • Does Mentr store my files?+

    No. Processing runs in your browser. We do not upload homework PDFs, photos, or essay text to Mentr servers for these tools.

  • Will this page show ads?+

    Public tool and guide pages may show Google AdSense ads. Ads do not change how the tool works or which tutors appear in search.

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