Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, and estimated reading time as you type or paste text.
Words
Characters
Characters (no spaces)
Sentences
Reading time
This runs entirely in your browser — your text is never sent to our server.
What is the Word & Character Counter?
This word counter and character counter measures the length of any text as you type or paste it in — word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, and an estimated reading time based on an average 200-words-per-minute pace. Use it to check an essay's word count, keep a social caption under a character limit, or estimate how long an article will take readers to get through. Everything happens locally in your browser; nothing is uploaded anywhere.
How to use the Word & Character Counter
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Paste or type your text into the box.
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Read the live word count, character count, and reading time update instantly as you type.
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Use the reading-time estimate to gauge how long a post, caption, or article will take to read.
Common questions
How do I count words in a document?
Paste your text into the box and the word count updates instantly — useful for checking essay, assignment, or article word-count requirements without opening a word processor.
Does this count characters with and without spaces?
Yes — both are shown, which is useful for platforms with strict character limits like X (Twitter), meta descriptions, or SMS messages.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No — every count is computed directly in your browser with JavaScript. Nothing you type is sent to our server or stored.
How is reading time calculated?
We divide the word count by 200 words per minute, a commonly used average adult silent-reading speed, and round up to the nearest minute.
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