Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and reading time as you type.
About the Word Counter
The Word Counter gives you a real-time breakdown of your text the moment you start typing. It tracks word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and an estimated reading time based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute. Everything is calculated locally in your browser, so your text is never uploaded or stored anywhere.
How to use it
- Type directly into the box or paste text copied from anywhere.
- Watch the statistics update instantly as you write or edit.
- Use it to hit word limits for essays, articles, meta descriptions, tweets or assignments.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time uses an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute, then rounds to the nearest minute.
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. All counting happens in your browser with JavaScript. Nothing is uploaded, logged or stored.
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
Both. You get a total character count and a separate count that excludes all whitespace.
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