Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time instantly.
Instant · Runs in your browser · No data sent0
Words
0
Characters
0
Chars (no spaces)
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
~1 min
Reading time
About this tool
Knowing your word count matters more than most people realize. Blog posts, academic papers, job application cover letters, LinkedIn posts — they all have guidelines or hard limits. This free word counter gives you the number instantly, along with character count, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time.
How to use Word Counter
Paste or type your text into the text area
The word count, character count, sentence count, and reading time update as you type
Use the reading time estimate to judge whether your content is the right length for your audience
No need to click anything — it all updates live
Frequently asked questions
- How does it count words?
- It splits text at spaces and counts the resulting groups, the same way most word processors do. Hyphenated words like "well-written" count as one word.
- Is the reading time accurate?
- It is based on an average reading speed of 200–240 words per minute, which is typical for online reading. Technical content is usually read slower; simple content faster.
- Does it work offline?
- Yes. The word counter runs entirely in your browser. No data is sent anywhere, and it works without an internet connection once the page loads.
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