Free online word counter
Count words, characters, sentences and reading time instantly as you type — free and private.
Count in 3 simple steps
Type or paste
Add your text into the box.
See live counts
Words, characters, sentences and paragraphs update instantly.
Edit to fit
Trim or expand to meet any word or character limit.
Why use this word counter
Words & characters
Counts words, plus characters with and without spaces.
Sentences & paragraphs
Track structure for essays, SOPs and articles.
Reading time
Estimates reading time at around 200 words per minute.
Real-time
Every count updates the instant you type.
Private
Your text stays in your browser — nothing is stored or sent.
Free, no limit
Paste short answers or long documents — no sign-up needed.
Stay within any word or character limit
Exam essays, statements of purpose, application answers, blog posts and social captions all come with limits. This counter gives you instant, accurate numbers as you write — words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs and reading time — so you can edit to fit without guesswork.
It’s also useful for students checking assignment lengths and for writers estimating how long a piece takes to read. Your text stays entirely in your browser and is never stored.
Frequently asked questions
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
How is reading time calculated?
Can I use it to stay within an essay or SOP word limit?
Is my text private?
Is there a length limit?
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