Word Counter
Paste or type your text and get a live count of words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time. Everything runs in your browser — your text is never uploaded or stored.
Frequently asked questions
How do I count words online?
Paste or type your text into the box above. The word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts update instantly as you type — no button to press.
Does this word counter store my text?
No. The counter runs entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your text is never sent to a server, uploaded, or stored anywhere.
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
Yes. The tool shows characters including spaces and characters excluding spaces separately, which is useful for character-limited fields like tweets and meta descriptions.
How is reading time calculated?
Estimated reading time uses an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute, so a 1,000-word article shows roughly a 5-minute read.
Is the word counter free?
Yes, it is completely free with no sign-up and no limits on how much text you can paste.