Free Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time instantly as you type — free and private in your browser.
Why use a word counter?
Word and character counts matter more than most writers realise. Meta descriptions have a ~155-character sweet spot, tweets and ad headlines have hard limits, and essays and assignments often specify exact word counts. A live counter lets you write to the target instead of guessing and trimming afterwards.
This tool also estimates reading and speaking time, which is useful for blog posts, scripts, and presentations. Everything runs in your browser, so it's instant and completely private — nothing you type ever leaves your device.
Frequently asked questions
How does the word counter work?
Type or paste your text and the counter updates instantly in your browser. It counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimates reading and speaking time.
Is my text sent anywhere?
No. All counting happens locally in your browser — your text is never uploaded or stored.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes an average reading speed of 200 words per minute and speaking time assumes 130 words per minute.
Is there a character limit?
No hard limit — paste an entire article or essay and the counts update as fast as you type.