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Reading Time Calculator — Estimate Article Reading Time

words per minute (WPM)
Paste any text above to calculate reading time and word statistics

About This Tool

The Reading Time Calculator instantly estimates how long any text or article will take to read. Paste your content, choose your reading speed (slow, average, fast, or speed reader), and see a detailed breakdown: reading time, word count, character count, sentences, and paragraphs. Perfect for bloggers, content writers, and educators.

How to Use

  1. Select your reading speed preset (Average = 238 WPM for most readers)
  2. Paste your article, blog post, essay, or any text into the input box
  3. Reading time appears instantly along with word and character stats
  4. Compare reading times across all speed levels at the bottom

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