Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and estimate reading time instantly.
Overview
About the Word Counter
Need a quick word count for an essay, blog post or social caption? Paste your text and instantly see words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and an estimated reading time — no signup required.
Benefits
How it works
- 1Paste or type your text into the input area.
- 2Statistics update in real time as you edit.
- 3View word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentences and paragraphs.
- 4Check the estimated reading time based on average reading speed.
Applications
Use cases
- Hit word limits for essays, articles or academic submissions.
- Check social media character limits before posting.
- Estimate reading time for blog posts and newsletters.
- Track writing progress during drafts and revisions.
Support
Frequently asked questions
Is my text sent to a server?
How is reading time calculated?
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
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