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Word Counter
Count words, characters, and reading time instantly.
word-counter.tool
Live count as you type
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Words
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Characters
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Characters (no spaces)
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
1 min
Reading time
Nothing you type here is ever sent to a server.
What is a word counter?
This tool counts words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs live as you type, and estimates reading time based on an average reading speed - useful for meeting a word count target or checking how long a piece of writing will take to read.
How to use this tool
- 1Type or paste text into the box.
- 2All counts update live as you type.
Common use cases
Checking whether an essay, post, or article meets a word count requirement
Estimating how long a piece of content will take readers to get through
Counting characters for a platform with a strict character limit
Checking paragraph and sentence counts for readability review
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?
Based on an average adult silent reading speed of about 200 words per minute - a widely used estimate, though actual reading speed varies by person and content complexity.
How are sentences counted?
By counting sequences ending in ., !, or ? - an approximation that works well for standard prose but can be thrown off by abbreviations or unconventional punctuation.
What counts as a paragraph?
Any block of text separated from others by a blank line.
Is my text sent anywhere?
No - counting happens entirely in your browser as you type.
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