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Word Count Analyzer

Check your press release length against optimal ranges used by top media outlets. Get instant word count, reading time, and structure metrics.

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How It Works

3 Simple Steps

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Enter Your PR URL

Paste the public URL of your published press release.

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Get Full Structure Metrics

We count words, sentences, paragraphs, and calculate reading time and average sentence length.

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Compare to Ideal Ranges

See whether your word count is Too Short, Short, Ideal, Long, or Too Long — with specific advice.

Why Use This Tool

How This Helps Your PR

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Hit the Ideal Length

400–600 words is the sweet spot for press releases. Too short and you lack context. Too long and journalists stop reading. Our tool tells you exactly where you stand.

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Reading Time at a Glance

Know how long it takes to read your press release. Journalists make quick decisions — a 3-minute read will often get skimmed or skipped in a busy newsroom.

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Full Structure Analysis

Word count is just the start. We also show sentence count, paragraph count, and average sentence length — helping you structure your PR for maximum editorial clarity.

Who It's For

Built for PR Professionals

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PR Writers
Hit the 400-600 word sweet spot every time.
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Editors
Quickly evaluate length before editing client PRs.
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Brands
Ensure press releases are long enough for journalists to write from.
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Students
Learn optimal press release structure through instant feedback.

Is your press release the right length?

Too short loses context. Too long loses journalists. Check yours instantly.

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FAQ

Common Questions

400–600 words is the recommended sweet spot. This gives enough context for a journalist to write a full story without overwhelming them with unnecessary length.
Under 300 words usually means insufficient context, missing quotes, or a thin story. Journalists can't write a full article from a 200-word press release — so most won't try.
No. Beyond 800 words, journalists typically stop reading. Every additional word past 600 that isn't essential information reduces your chances of full pickup.
3–5 sentences per paragraph is ideal. Each paragraph should cover one idea. Shorter paragraphs are easier to skim — which is how most journalists initially read press releases.
Most wire services and media outlets recommend a minimum of 300 words. Below this, there's not enough substance for a journalist to turn into a story.
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