Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs
How to use
- Paste or type your text into the box.
- Word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts update live.
- Use it to hit length limits for essays, posts, or meta descriptions.
Why use this tool
- Live counts: Words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs update as you type.
- Reading time: Estimates how long your text takes to read.
- 100% private: Everything runs in your browser. Your data is never uploaded to a server, so it's safe for confidential content.
Frequently asked questions
How is a word counted?
Words are counted as sequences of characters separated by spaces or line breaks, matching how most editors count.
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
Yes — both totals are shown, which is handy for character-limited fields like tweets or meta tags.
Is my text uploaded?
No. Counting happens in your browser, so drafts and private documents stay on your device.
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