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Reading Time Estimator

Paste any text to instantly see how long it takes to read at average speed.

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How it works

Paste your article, blog post, or any text into the box. The reading time estimator instantly calculates how long it would take an average adult reader (200-250 words per minute) to read the content, along with word and character counts.

Why use this tool?

Showing estimated reading time on blog posts increases click-through rates and sets reader expectations. Bloggers, content marketers, and newsletter writers use this tool before publishing every piece of content.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

The tool divides the word count by the average adult reading speed of 200–250 words per minute. Most blog posts are written for 200 WPM (comfortable reading pace).

Why show reading time on blog posts?

Articles with estimated reading times get 40% more readers on average. Knowing it takes 3 minutes to read reduces bounce rate because readers commit before starting.

What is the average reading speed?

Adults read around 200–250 words per minute for general content. Technical content with code is read at around 100–150 WPM. Academic literature is read even slower, at 50–100 WPM.

Is this free?

Yes, free to use instantly. Paste any text to get word count and reading time.

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