Word Counter
FeaturedA live word counter for writers, students and SEOs. Tracks words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time.
Words0
Characters0
Characters (no spaces)0
Sentences0
Paragraphs0
Reading time1 min
About the Word Counter
Count words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and reading time. Live-updates as you type — no need to click a button.
How to use the Word Counter
- 1Paste or type your text.
- 2Read the live counts in the sidebar.
- 3Copy the cleaned text if you toggled any transformations.
Why people use it
- Check article length against an editor's word count target.
- Stay within Twitter or SMS character limits.
- Estimate reading time for a blog post.
Frequently asked questions
How is reading time estimated?
Using an average of 200 words per minute for adult English readers.
Is the text stored?
No — everything stays in your browser.
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