Word counter

Word and character counter

0 Words

0 Characters

0 No spaces

0 Sentences

0 Paragraphs

0 s Reading time

Counting happens in your browser: your text is never sent to any server. Reading time assumes an average of 200 words per minute.

This word and character counter shows words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time — all updating live as you type or paste.

Live stats for any text

Handy for essays, social posts, SEO snippets and assignments with a word limit. Everything is calculated locally in your browser, so your text stays private. You can copy or clear it in one click.

FAQ

How is the word count calculated?

Words are counted as groups of non-space characters, so it matches what writers and editors expect for most languages.

How is reading time estimated?

It assumes an average reading speed of 200 words per minute, a common benchmark for adult silent reading.

Is my text uploaded?

No. The counting runs entirely in your browser, so nothing you type or paste is ever sent to a server.