Word counter
Count words, characters, sentences and reading time in real time.
Paste or type any text and instantly see the number of words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time. Ideal for essays, articles, social media captions and character-limited text — all processed in your browser, with nothing sent anywhere.
Count words and characters in real time
The word counter updates the numbers on every keystroke: words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences and paragraphs. It is the tool for anyone writing to a target — essays with word ranges, articles, academic papers, captions and ad copy that must fit a limit.
Reading time and density
Beyond the count, the tool estimates the text’s reading time — handy for creators who want to note "4-minute read", or to prepare a talk within a time slot. The average used is silent reading; read aloud, allow a bit more. Knowing the paragraph count and average words per sentence also helps you notice if sentences are running too long.
Your text never leaves the browser
Everything is counted locally, as you type or paste — nothing is uploaded. You can paste an entire document, confidential or not, with no worries. To count against social-media limits, see the character counter.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?
We use the average of 200 words per minute, the standard for silent adult reading. For reading aloud (videos, presentations), plan for about 130–150 words per minute.
What counts as a word?
Any sequence of characters separated by spaces or line breaks. Numbers, acronyms and hyphenated words (like "state-of-the-art") each count as one word.
Is my text stored anywhere?
No. Counting happens entirely in your browser on every keystroke. Nothing is sent, stored or logged — close the page and the text is gone.