WPM stands for "words per minute." To calculate it, we count every character you type, divide by 5 (an average word is about 5 characters), then divide again by how many minutes you spent typing. So if you typed 300 characters in one minute, that is 300 ÷ 5 ÷ 1 = 60 WPM.

What is CPM, and when is it used?

CPM stands for "characters per minute" — it counts every character you type correctly, without dividing by 5. We show it by default for Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Burmese, since those languages don't use spaces between words, and for code-typing tests, where "words" don't really apply. You can switch between WPM and CPM any time using the toggle next to your result.

What is the difference between Gross WPM and Net WPM?

Gross WPM counts every key you press, including mistakes. Net WPM is your real score — it takes your Gross WPM and subtracts a penalty for every mistake you did not fix: Net WPM = Gross WPM − (unfixed errors ÷ minutes). Every error you leave in lowers your final number.

Why does TypingTest.club use Net WPM?

Net WPM is the standard used in professional typing tests all over the world. It treats speed and accuracy as equally important — typing 80 WPM with no mistakes is a much better result than 80 WPM with several errors left in.

Accuracy is the percentage of characters you typed correctly. It is calculated from all keystrokes — including errors you corrected with Backspace. A typo you fix still counts against your accuracy, so aim to type precisely from the start. Certification tests require at least 95% accuracy.

Consistency measures how even your typing pace was throughout the test. A score of 100% would mean you typed at exactly the same speed from beginning to end. In practice, anything above 80% is solid. High consistency means you have a stable rhythm — you did not start fast then slow down, or type in bursts with long pauses between them.

About TypingTest.club

TypingTest.club is a free website where you can find out how fast you type. Earn certificates, climb the global leaderboard, and practise in your own language.

Why TypingTest.club?

Most typing websites are made for English speakers — and that's it. We built TypingTest.club so everyone can test their speed in their own language: Spanish, French, Arabic, Hindi, Portuguese, and many more. WPM is calculated from characters typed, not real words, so results stay fair even though word length varies a lot between languages. For languages without spaces between words — Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, Burmese — and for code-typing tests, we show CPM (characters per minute) by default instead, and you can switch between WPM and CPM any time.

Features

Earn a typing certificate — five levels from Bronze all the way up to Master
Every certificate gets its own public page with a QR code anyone can scan to confirm it's real
Climb the global leaderboard and see how you compare with typists around the world
Create a private challenge room with a 9-digit code and invite friends to race
Share your results on social media — a card image is created for you automatically
Two input modes: Strict makes you fix every typo before moving on, Flow lets you keep typing
Light, Dark, and Auto theme — pick whatever feels best for your eyes
Supports 50+ languages including Arabic, Thai, Vietnamese, and more

Ecosystem

TypingTest.club

Tests, certificates, community

TypingStudy.com ↗

Typing lessons and practice

TypingGames.racing ↗

Typing games and races

Frequently Asked Questions

What is WPM?: WPM stands for "words per minute." To calculate it, we count every character you type, divide by 5 (an average word is about 5 characters), then divide again by how many minutes you spent typing. So if you typed 300 characters in one minute, that is 300 ÷ 5 ÷ 1 = 60 WPM.
What is CPM, and when is it used?: CPM stands for "characters per minute" — it counts every character you type correctly, without dividing by 5. We show it by default for Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Thai, and Burmese, since those languages don't use spaces between words, and for code-typing tests, where "words" don't really apply. You can switch between WPM and CPM any time using the toggle next to your result.
What is the difference between Gross WPM and Net WPM?: Gross WPM counts every key you press, including mistakes. Net WPM is your real score — it takes your Gross WPM and subtracts a penalty for every mistake you did not fix: Net WPM = Gross WPM − (unfixed errors ÷ minutes). Every error you leave in lowers your final number.
Why does TypingTest.club use Net WPM?: Net WPM is the standard used in professional typing tests all over the world. It treats speed and accuracy as equally important — typing 80 WPM with no mistakes is a much better result than 80 WPM with several errors left in.
What is Accuracy?: Accuracy is the percentage of characters you typed correctly. It is calculated from all keystrokes — including errors you corrected with Backspace. A typo you fix still counts against your accuracy, so aim to type precisely from the start. Certification tests require at least 95% accuracy.
What is Consistency?: Consistency measures how even your typing pace was throughout the test. A score of 100% would mean you typed at exactly the same speed from beginning to end. In practice, anything above 80% is solid. High consistency means you have a stable rhythm — you did not start fast then slow down, or type in bursts with long pauses between them.

Acceptable use

Certificates display the name you enter on your profile. To keep the platform fair and respectful for everyone, a few rules apply:

Do not enter another real person's name — this is impersonation and violates our terms.
Do not use vulgar, offensive, or hateful language.
Do not include brand names or trademarks you don't own.
Do not enter misleading or fraudulent information.
Violations may result in certificate removal or account suspension.

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