Word Counter — Count Words Characters Online
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly. Free, no signup required.
Word count matters across many contexts — academic essays typically require 1,500 to 5,000 words, Twitter posts are limited to 280 characters, LinkedIn posts perform best at 150 to 300 words, and Google Ads headlines must stay within 30 characters. This counter tracks six metrics simultaneously: word count, character count (including spaces), character count excluding spaces, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute. The counter updates in real time as you type or paste text — no button to click, no page reload required.
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Read Time
* Reading time based on 200 words per minute average reading speed
How to use
- • Type or paste any text in the box above
- • Stats update instantly as you type
- • Reading time is based on 200 words per minute
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the word counter work offline?
Yes. The word counter works entirely in your browser with no internet connection needed after the page loads.
Is there a word limit?
No limit. You can paste or type any amount of text.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is calculated based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute which is typical for most adults.
Does it count words in all languages?
The counter works best with English and space-separated languages. It counts any sequence of characters separated by spaces as a word.
Are my text contents saved?
No. Everything stays in your browser. No text is stored or sent anywhere.