How are characters counted?

Every Unicode code point counts as one character, including spaces and line breaks. There's a separate count that excludes whitespace.

How is reading time estimated?

Reading time assumes 200 words per minute, the average for adult silent reading.

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Reading time

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How are characters counted?: Every Unicode code point counts as one character, including spaces and line breaks. There's a separate count that excludes whitespace.
How is reading time estimated?: Reading time assumes 200 words per minute, the average for adult silent reading.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?: No. Counting runs in your browser, so your text never leaves your device.