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FAQs
How long is a 1000-word article?
A 1000-word article takes about 3-4 minutes to read at average reading speed (250 words/min).
What is a good blog post length for SEO?
Google ranks longer, comprehensive articles better. 1500-2500 words is a strong target.
Does the word counter count spaces?
Yes — two modes: characters with spaces and characters without spaces.
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