Word Counter & Readability Checker
Count words, check character limits, and analyze readability — instantly, as you type.
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Why Word Count and Readability Matter
Every platform has its limits. A tweet caps at 280 characters, a LinkedIn post at 3,000, and even email subject lines perform best under 60 characters. Knowing your word count isn't just about fitting — it's about optimizing for engagement.
Readability is equally critical. The Flesch-Kincaid reading ease score measures how easy your text is to understand. Business writing should target Grade 8 readability — the same level used by major newspapers and successful marketing copy. Every grade level above that costs you readers.
Research from Boomerang found that emails written at a 3rd-grade reading level receive 36% more responses than those at a college level. Simpler doesn't mean dumbed-down — it means clearer. Short sentences, common words, and direct phrasing make your message land faster.
This tool gives you the numbers. For the fix, try TextGlow — our Chrome extension that rewrites your text in 10 different tones, right inside any text field. Check your readability here, then polish it with TextGlow.