Word Counter
Paste your text to get instant word count, character count, reading time, and more. All processing is local.
About this tool
The Word Counter provides instant text statistics as you type or paste. It counts words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and lines, plus estimates reading time using the standard 200 words-per-minute benchmark. It's useful for writers checking word counts for essays, blog posts, social media character limits, or SEO meta descriptions.
All counting is done locally in your browser using JavaScript — no data is sent to any server. The statistics update in real time as you type, so you get immediate feedback without clicking any buttons. The character count includes a no-spaces variant, useful for platforms like Twitter/X that count characters without spaces.
The reading time estimate helps content creators gauge how long their article will take to read — a key metric for blog UX and reader engagement.
How to use
- Paste or type your text into the text area. Statistics update instantly as you type.
- Monitor the stat cards. Seven metrics are displayed: Words, Characters, Characters (no spaces), Sentences, Paragraphs, Reading time, and Lines.
- Edit and refine. Adjust your text and watch the counts update in real time — no need to click anything.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute — the widely accepted standard for English prose. A 1000-word article would show approximately 5 minutes. Actual reading speed varies by reader and content complexity.
How are words counted?
The counter splits text on whitespace (spaces, tabs, newlines) and counts each non-empty segment as one word. This matches how most word processors and writing platforms count words.
Is my text stored or shared?
No. All counting happens locally in your browser. Your text is never stored, logged, or transmitted to any server.
Does this work on mobile?
Yes. The Word Counter works on all modern browsers including iOS Safari and Android Chrome.