Is this tool free, and do I need an account?

This tool is free with no account required. The interactive tool processes your input in your browser.

How is reading time calculated?

The word count is divided by words per minute. The default pace is 200 words per minute, and you can choose another positive reading speed.

Is the reading time exact?

No. It is an estimate based on word count and the selected pace. Difficult material, pauses and individual reading habits can change the actual time.

Can I use this tool through an API?

Yes. The public API needs no key, accepts requests from other websites and returns JSON or Markdown. Requests are limited to 60 per 60 seconds per IP across the free tools, with a 512 KB request body limit.

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Reading Time Calculator

Estimate how long text takes to read at your chosen words per minute.

How it works

Paste text
Paste the article, script or other text you want to time.
Choose a pace
Use the default 200 words per minute or enter your own reading speed.
Calculate
Get the word count and estimated reading time, then copy or download the result.

Run it with curl

Use the free API without an account or API key.

curl -X POST 'https://aishorty.com/api/tools/reading-time' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
  --data '{"text":"Paste your text here.","wpm":200}'

Continue with Shorty’s Text Summarizer.

Frequently asked questions

Is this tool free, and do I need an account?: This tool is free with no account required. The interactive tool processes your input in your browser.
How is reading time calculated?: The word count is divided by words per minute. The default pace is 200 words per minute, and you can choose another positive reading speed.
Is the reading time exact?: No. It is an estimate based on word count and the selected pace. Difficult material, pauses and individual reading habits can change the actual time.
Can I use this tool through an API?: Yes. The public API needs no key, accepts requests from other websites and returns JSON or Markdown. Requests are limited to 60 per 60 seconds per IP across the free tools, with a 512 KB request body limit.