๐ข Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly free. Live counting with reading time estimate, no upload.
๐ข Word Counter
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About the Word Counter Tool
Word counts govern a surprising amount of written work โ essay limits, article briefs, application forms, meta descriptions, and social posts all come with a number attached. Knowing where you stand while writing, rather than after, saves a great deal of rewriting.
This counter updates live as you type, reporting words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and an estimated reading time. Everything runs in your browser, so unpublished drafts and confidential documents stay entirely on your device.
How to Use Word Counter
- Paste or type your text into the input area.
- The counts update immediately as you write.
- Check words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.
- Edit directly in the box until you hit your target.
When to Use This Tool
- Meeting a word limit on an essay, assignment, or application
- Checking article length against a client or editorial brief
- Staying within character limits for meta descriptions and social posts
- Estimating reading time for a blog post or newsletter
- Tracking daily writing output
Things Worth Knowing
- Words are counted by whitespace separation, which is the standard method.
- Reading time assumes roughly 200โ250 words per minute, typical for adult reading.
- Hyphenated compounds count as one word, matching most word processors.
Quick Facts
| Tool name | Word Counter |
| Category | Text Tools |
| Price | Free โ no account, no trial, no watermark |
| Where it runs | Entirely in your browser (client-side) |
| Files uploaded | None โ your data never leaves your device |
| File size limit | None imposed; limited only by device memory |
| Works offline | Yes, once the page has loaded |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this match the count in Microsoft Word?
Very closely. Both split on whitespace. Small differences can appear with hyphenated words, numbers, and text containing unusual punctuation, but typically within a word or two.
How is reading time calculated?
From word count at an assumed 200โ250 words per minute, which reflects average adult silent reading speed. Dense technical material genuinely reads slower than that.
Is my text saved anywhere?
No. Counting happens in your browser as you type and nothing is stored or transmitted.
Do headings and titles count?
Everything in the input box is counted. Remove headings before checking if your word limit applies to body text only.