Reading Time Calculator
How long will this take to read?
Runs on your device
At a glance
- Input:
- Text you type or paste
- Processing:
- Runs locally in your browser
- Privacy:
- Your files stay on your device — nothing is uploaded to a server
About this tool
Turn word counts into time budgets with tunable reading and speaking speeds, so articles meet expectations and talks fit their slots.
How to use it
- Paste your draft or script.
- Adjust wpm sliders if you know your audience pace.
- Read the estimated minutes for both modes.
Frequently asked questions
What speeds are used?
Silent reading defaults to 225 words/minute (adult average for non-fiction) and speaking to 130 wpm (comfortable presentation pace). Both are adjustable sliders.
Are images and headings counted?
Plain-text estimation only — paste just the words. A common rule adds ~12 seconds per image if you want to budget manually.
Is my text uploaded?
No. Estimation is instant, local math.