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Free Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and check reading time instantly. A free, privacy-first tool for writers, students, and professionals.

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Time Estimates

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How to Use the Word Counter

Step 1

Paste Your Text

Type directly into the editor or paste text from Word, Google Docs, or any website.

Step 2

Get Instant Stats

See your word count, character count, and sentence count update in real-time as you type.

Step 3

Check Readability

Review your estimated reading time, speaking time, and reading level to perfectly target your audience.

Who Uses Our Word Counter?

Students

Meet strict word limits on essays, assignments, and college applications.

Writers & Authors

Track your daily writing goals and monitor your chapter lengths.

SEO Professionals

Ensure articles hit the optimal word count for search engine rankings.

Social Media Managers

Stay within character limits for Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn posts.

Public Speakers

Estimate exactly how long your speech or presentation will take to deliver.

Translators

Calculate word counts for accurate pricing and invoicing of translation jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this word counter?
Our word counter is highly accurate. It splits text by standard whitespace characters, handling punctuation appropriately to give you the same word count you would find in Microsoft Word or Google Docs.
Do spaces count as characters?
We provide two separate character counts for your convenience: one that includes spaces (useful for social media limits) and one that excludes spaces (often used for translation or publishing quotes).
Is my data stored anywhere?
No. The entire word counter tool runs locally in your browser using JavaScript. No data is ever transmitted to our servers, meaning your confidential essays, emails, and articles remain 100% private.
Can I count words in a PDF or Word document?
Currently, you need to copy the text from your document and paste it into the editor above. We are working on file upload support for future versions.
What is a readability score?
The readability score estimates what education level someone needs to understand your text easily. A "Fairly Easy" score means an average middle school student can read it, while a "Difficult" score indicates it is written at a college level.

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