Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time.

How to use Word Counter

  1. Paste text
  2. View statistics

About Word Counter

Word Counter instantly counts the words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in your text and estimates reading time. It is a must-have for writers, students, marketers and SEO professionals who need to hit a specific length — essays, meta descriptions, tweets, articles or assignments.

Just paste your text and the statistics update right away. Nothing is uploaded or stored, so even sensitive drafts stay completely private on your device.

Features

  • 100% free with no usage limits
  • Works in any browser — nothing to install
  • Instant live preview of your result
  • Mobile, tablet and desktop friendly

Benefits

  • Save time with fast, one-click processing
  • No software, no registration and no email required
  • Your data stays private — nothing is stored
  • Completely free, with no hidden costs or watermarks
  • Use it anywhere, on any device with a browser

Frequently asked questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute.

Is my text saved or sent anywhere?

No. Counting happens in your browser session and your text is never stored, making it safe for confidential writing.

Is Word Counter free to use?

Yes, Word Counter is completely free with no usage limits, no watermarks and no sign-up required.

Do I need to install software or create an account?

No. The tool runs entirely in your web browser — there is nothing to download and no account to create.

Is my data stored or shared?

No. Your input is processed securely in your session and is never stored or shared.

How do I use Word Counter?

It takes just a few steps: paste text; view statistics.

Does Word Counter work on mobile and Mac/Windows?

Yes. It works in any modern browser on phones, tablets, Windows, macOS and Linux.

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