Our free word counter counts words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time instantly as you type — no signup, works on any device. Ideal for essays, articles, and assignments with word limits. Need just character totals? Try our free Character Counter.
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How it works
Type or paste your text into the box.
Watch the counts update live as you type — words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.
Use Clear to start over, or Copy Text to copy your text.
Example
Input: “The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.” Output: 9 words, 44 characters, 36 characters (no spaces), 1 sentence, 1 paragraph, < 1 min reading time.
Tips
Reading time assumes about 200 words per minute.
Paragraphs are separated by blank lines.
Use this to check essay or article length requirements.
Everything runs locally — your text stays private.
FAQ
Is the word counter really free?
Yes — this free word counter is completely free, with no signup and no hidden limits.
Do I need to sign up?
No. Just open the page and start typing or pasting your text — no account or email required.
Does my text leave my browser?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser, so your text is never uploaded or stored.
What does the word counter count?
Words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time — all updated live as you type.
Can I use this as a sentence counter?
Yes. Paste or type your text and the counter shows the number of sentences alongside words, characters and reading time — no separate sentence counter tool needed.