Question 1

How does the script timer work?

Accepted Answer

Paste your script and it estimates how long the script takes to say out loud, based on a natural speaking pace of about 2.4 words per second. It also counts your words and tells you which common video length it fits.

Question 2

Is it free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's completely free, runs instantly in your browser, and needs no sign-up. Nothing you type is sent anywhere — the calculation happens on your device.

Question 3

Why does timing matter for short-form video?

Accepted Answer

Short-form ads live and die by pacing. A script that runs too long gets cut off or feels rushed, while one that's too short wastes the slot. Knowing your read time lets you tighten the script to fit before you produce anything.

Question 4

What speaking pace does it assume?

Accepted Answer

By default it uses a natural pace of about 2.4 words per second, which matches how GenFlik sizes its scripts. You can also switch to a slower, clearer pace or a faster, more energetic one to see how that changes the timing.

Question 5

How accurate is the estimate?

Accepted Answer

It's a close estimate for planning. Real delivery varies with pauses, emphasis, and the speaker, but it's reliable enough to tell whether your script will comfortably fit a 15, 30, 45, or 60-second video.

Question 6

What if my script is too long?

Accepted Answer

Trim it down — cut filler words, shorten sentences, and lead with your strongest point. The tool updates instantly as you edit, so you can watch the time drop until it fits your target.

Question 7

How do I turn my script into a video?

Accepted Answer

Once your script is the right length, GenFlik turns it into a finished talking-avatar video at exactly the duration you need. Start free with credits included.

Free Video Script Timer