Word Counter
Free online word counter and character counter. Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real-time.
Frequently asked questions
Does it count characters too?
Yes, besides words it shows characters, sentences and paragraphs in real time, ideal for essays, social media posts or meta descriptions.
Can I paste confidential text?
Yes. Counting happens in the browser, the text is not saved or sent anywhere.
Popular uses
How does this tool work?
Determines detailed statistics about your text in real-time.
As soon as you paste or type text into the input field, words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs are automatically counted. In addition, the tool calculates the estimated reading time, which is particularly useful for bloggers and editors.
Where are my data processed?
Only in your browser. Your data is not sent to any server.
The tool calculates and converts with JavaScript right on your device. Input and files are not sent to us or anyone else. You can check this yourself: load the page, disconnect from the internet, and the tool keeps working in the open tab.