Word Counter
Live word, character, and reading-time stats.
100% client-side — your data never leaves your browser.
About the Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time in real time. Whether you're writing an essay, tweet, or blog post, our word counter gives you instant, accurate stats without leaving the page.
How to use the Word Counter
- 1Paste or type your text into the editor.
- 2Watch the stat cards update live as you write.
- 3Edit your text until you hit your target word or character count.
- 4Copy the finished text back into your document — nothing is uploaded.
Why use our Word Counter
Real-time stats
Words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time update as you type.
No character limit
Paste in long essays, articles, or chapters — performance stays snappy.
Reading-time estimate
Based on an average reading speed of 220 words per minute.
Completely private
Your writing stays on your device — no server, no tracking of input.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time calculated?+
We estimate based on an average adult reading speed of about 220 words per minute, which is a common benchmark for online content.
Does the counter include spaces in the character count?+
Both numbers are shown. “Characters” includes spaces and punctuation; “No spaces” counts only visible non-whitespace characters.
Is there a maximum text length?+
There's no enforced limit. The tool handles long documents smoothly because all processing happens locally in your browser.
Is my text saved anywhere?+
No. Your text stays in your browser tab and is discarded the moment you close it. Nothing is uploaded or saved on our servers.