Text toolsUpdated July 2026

Free Typing Speed Test

Test your typing speed and accuracy in words per minute, directly in your browser.

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How to take the typing test

  1. Start typing the passage shown.
  2. The timer starts on your first keystroke.
  3. Finish the passage to see your WPM and accuracy.

How WPM is calculated

Words per minute is calculated as the number of characters typed divided by 5 (the standard average word length), divided by the elapsed time in minutes — the same convention used by most typing tests.

Common use cases

  • Check your typing speed in words per minute
  • Practice typing accuracy before a job assessment
  • Warm up before a typing-heavy task

Frequently asked questions

Is this typing test free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no signup and no ads.

Is my typing data uploaded anywhere?

No. The test runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is sent to Inqita or stored.

How is accuracy calculated?

As the percentage of typed characters that exactly match the passage at the same position.

Can I get a new passage?

Yes. Select "New passage" at any time to restart with a different one.

What's a good WPM?

Average typists reach 35-45 WPM; 60+ WPM is considered fast, and professional typists often exceed 80 WPM.