How many words should my article be?

For SEO guides, 1,000-2,000 words covers most topics well; use the counter plus Word Frequency to check coverage, not just length.

How is reading time calculated?

Words ÷ 200 per minute for reading, ÷ 130 for speaking — standard averages.

Is my text stored anywhere?

No — counting happens live in your browser; server processing only runs when you click Count.