Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences and reading time instantly.

0Words
0Characters
0Characters (no spaces)
0Sentences
0Paragraphs
0Lines
0sReading time
0sSpeaking time
0Avg words / sentence
0Avg word length
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How to use Word Counter

Three quick steps — no sign-up needed

  1. Step 1

    Paste your text

    Type or paste your text into Word Counter.

  2. Step 2

    See live stats

    Word, character, sentence and paragraph counts update as you type.

  3. Step 3

    Use the numbers

    Check your counts against any limit and copy the text when ready.

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About Word Counter

Word Counter is a free online tool that lets you count words, characters, sentences and reading time instantly — straight from your browser, with no software to install, no sign-up, and no watermarks. It runs on Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, and iOS, so you can use it on whatever device you happen to have to hand.

Word Counter shows live word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts as you type, which is ideal for essays, meta descriptions, tweets, and anything with a strict limit. Your text stays in your browser, so drafts remain private. Files and data are processed securely and removed automatically afterwards, and many steps run entirely on your own device for extra privacy. Because Word Counter is completely free and unlimited, you can use it as often as you need for work, study, or personal projects.

Benefits of Word Counter

Live word & character counts Totals update as you type — ideal for limits and targets.
More than just words See sentences, paragraphs and reading time at a glance.
Stays in your browser Your text is never uploaded, so drafts stay private.

Frequently asked questions

How do I count words and characters in my text?

Paste your text into Word Counter and the word, character, sentence and paragraph counts appear instantly and update as you edit.

Is there a character limit?

No — paste as much text as you like. Everything is counted in your browser in real time.