Token Count Estimate Calculator
Gives a rough idea of how many tokens a text will use.
Estimated tokens
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Share sends a link that reopens these numbers. Copy details pastes the full breakdown as a list.
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The formula
tokens ≈ characters ÷ 4 tokens ≈ words × 1.33
These are rules of thumb, not a tokeniser. If you give both counts, the two estimates are averaged.
What to watch out for
Models split text into tokens in different ways, so treat the result as a guide to scale only. Word processors and most editors show the counts you need.
Frequently Asked Questions
About how many tokens are 4,000 characters?
Around 1,000 by the rule of thumb.
About how many tokens are 1,000 words?
Around 1,330.