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Reading Time Calculator
Estimate how long your content takes to read. Adjustable WPM, live word count.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
How is reading time calculated?+
Divide total words by words-per-minute (default 200 WPM). Average adult reading speed is 200–250 WPM.
Can I change the reading speed?+
Yes. Adjust the WPM slider from 100 to 400 for slow or fast readers.
Does it count images?+
No. Only text word count is used. Add extra time manually for image-heavy content.
Is my text uploaded?+
No. All counting runs in your browser.
What is a good WPM for blogs?+
200 WPM is standard for web content estimates. Technical docs may use 150 WPM.
Does it work for any language?+
It counts space-separated words. Works best for languages using spaces between words.
Can I use this for speeches?+
Yes. Speaking rate is often 130–150 WPM — lower the slider accordingly.
Is this tool free?+
Yes, completely free with no signup.