Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs as you type — 100% free and private.
Our free word counter gives you instant, accurate counts of words, characters with and without spaces, sentences and paragraphs while you type. It is perfect for students meeting essay limits, writers tracking drafts, freelancers checking briefs and marketers sizing ad copy. Everything runs locally in your browser, so your text stays private and is never uploaded to a server.
How to use the Word Counter
- Paste or type your text into the large box at the top of the tool.
- Watch all six stat boxes update live with every keystroke — there is nothing to submit.
- Use the Copy button to copy your text to the clipboard, or Clear to empty the box and start fresh.
Word Counter — FAQs
Is this word counter really free?
Yes, it is completely free with no account, no signup and no usage limits. You can count words in as many documents as you like, at any hour of the day. There are no hidden fees, no premium upgrades and no locked features — every statistic shown is available to every visitor, forever.
Is my text uploaded or stored anywhere?
No. All counting happens inside your own browser with JavaScript, so your words never travel over the internet. We do not save, log or analyze your text on any server, which makes this tool safe for school essays, client drafts and sensitive documents.
How are sentences and paragraphs counted?
Sentences are found by splitting your text at full stops, exclamation marks and question marks, then ignoring empty fragments. Paragraphs are counted as non-empty lines separated by line breaks. These simple rules work reliably for essays, articles, reports and everyday writing in English and many other languages.
How is the reading time estimated?
Reading time divides your word count by an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute. For short texts it shows seconds instead of minutes. Treat it as a guide for a typical silent reader — dense, technical or unfamiliar material usually takes a little longer in practice.