Word Counter
Paste or type your text below. Words, characters, sentences and reading time update live as you write. Your text stays on your device.
Words
0
Characters (with spaces) 0
Characters (no spaces) 0
Sentences 0
Reading time 0 min
Who needs a word counter
Students checking essay limits, writers pacing an article, freelancers billing per word, and anyone squeezing a bio into a character limit. Most word processors show a word count, but this tool is faster to reach on a phone, shows characters with and without spaces at the same time, and works offline once the page has loaded.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. The counting happens inside your browser using JavaScript. Your text never leaves your device, so it is safe for private documents.
How is reading time estimated?
The tool assumes an average reading speed of about 200 words per minute, which is typical for adults reading English on a screen.
Do character counts include spaces?
The tool shows both figures: characters including spaces and characters excluding spaces, since different platforms count differently.