About this tool
The Word Counter instantly analyzes any text you type or paste and reports the number of words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time. It is the go-to tool for students respecting an essay limit, writers checking article length, and social media managers staying within tweet or caption limits. Everything is calculated live inside your browser, so your text stays completely private.
How to use
- 1Type directly in the box or paste your text.
- 2Watch the statistics update instantly as you write.
- 3Use Copy to grab your text or Clear to start over.
Benefits
- Real-time counts with no button to press.
- Accurate reading-time estimate at 200 words/minute.
- Runs 100% locally — your text is never uploaded.
Understanding your text statistics
Practical example
A 1,000-word article takes about five minutes to read at the tool’s baseline of 200 words per minute. Dialogue, technical terms and unfamiliar vocabulary can make the real reading time longer.
Interpreting the result
Use words for assignment or editorial limits, characters for form and social-platform limits, and paragraphs to inspect structure. Sentence counts are most useful as a signal: unusually long sentences may deserve a readability review.
Limits and common mistakes
Word boundaries differ between languages and styles. Hyphenated terms, URLs and abbreviations may be counted differently by another editor, so follow the counting rule required by your school, publisher or platform.
Detailed guides for this tool
Learn the underlying concepts, worked examples and common mistakes before relying on the result.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?+
No. The counter runs entirely in your browser and your text never leaves your device.
How is reading time calculated?+
We use an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute.