Free Text Shortener
Cut a text down to fit a word or character limit — or just make wordy writing tighter — without losing what it says. Paste your text below and Humanit gives you a TL;DR, key points, or full notes — free, no account needed.
A text shortener condenses writing while keeping its meaning — for word-count limits, character-capped platforms, or drafts that simply run long. Humanit trims the filler and repetition, preserves your facts and key points, and lets you pick how aggressive the cut is.
How it works
- 1Paste your text. Paste the text you need shorter — an answer over the word limit, a bio, an abstract, a post that runs long — and Humanit returns a tighter version that keeps every key point.
- 2Pick a length. Choose a TL;DR, key points, or fuller notes.
- 3Summarize. Humanit condenses it in seconds, keeping the important points.
- 4Copy your summary. Copy the result into your notes, doc, or message.
How to summarize a text
Paste the text you need shorter — an answer over the word limit, a bio, an abstract, a post that runs long — and Humanit returns a tighter version that keeps every key point. You can paste any transcript or block of text — lecture captions, a webinar, an interview, or article copy — and get the gist without reading or watching the whole thing.
Choose how much detail you want
Need the one-line takeaway? Use the TL;DR. Scanning for the main arguments? Key points gives you a clean bulleted list. Studying or writing notes? The longer summary keeps more of the supporting detail. You pick the depth.
Accurate, not invented
Humanit summarizes what's actually in the text — it condenses and rephrases, it doesn't fabricate facts or add points the source never made. Numbers, names, and key claims are preserved so your summary is something you can rely on.
Free and private
Summarize free every day with no sign-up to try. Your text is used only to produce the summary and is never stored beyond the request or used to train any AI.
Who it's for
| Format | Best for | Length |
|---|---|---|
| TL;DR | A one-line gist | 1–2 sentences |
| Key points | Scanning the main ideas | 3–7 bullets |
| Short summary | A readable recap | 1 paragraph |
| Full notes | Study or reference | Several paragraphs |
Frequently asked questions
How do I shorten text without losing meaning?
Paste it above and pick a shorter format — Humanit removes filler, merges redundant sentences, and keeps the facts and key claims. You choose how compressed the result is, from a light trim to a TL;DR.
Can I shorten text to a specific word count?
Pick the length closest to your target (TL;DR, key points, or a short summary), then trim the last few words by hand — checking the live count with the free word counter under /tools.
Is the text shortener free?
Yes — free runs every day with no credit card to start. Upgrade for a larger word pool, or use the free iOS app.
Will it change my facts or tone?
No. Shortening removes filler and redundancy — your facts, numbers, and claims are preserved. If you also want a different tone, run the result through the paraphraser afterward.