Reading Time WPv2.0.18
Reading Time WP creates an estimated reading time of your posts that is inserted above the content or by using a shortcode.
Alternatives to Reading Tools: Word Count & View Counter with Accessibility Tools
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Fattami Reading Timev1.0.0
Shows an estimated reading time badge on your posts, with Unicode-aware word counting (Arabic, French, CJK) and a simple shortcode.
With this plugin, you can easily display post reading time and a font resizing option on every single blog page.
Calculate and display total reading time| Calculate and display Characters and Words | Progress Bar
Estimated reading time with a progress bar and live countdown. Fast, lightweight and accurate — works with page builders and caching.
Tlabe Reading Time Estimator is a lightweight, secure, and customizable reading time estimator for WordPress single posts.
Brevio Reading Durationv1.0.0
Displays an estimated reading time at the top of each blog post.
ReadMarkerv1.0.0
Free reading time, reading progress, and reader controls, with shortcodes and a WordPress block.
Reading Timev1.2.21
Reading Time shows the estimated reading time and puts an animated progress bar inside the post.
Add beautiful reading progress bars and smart post view counters to improve engagement and user experience on your WordPress site.