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Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences & reading time
About this bench
About Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in your text as you type, plus an estimated reading time. Great for essays, articles, social posts and SEO limits.
Input
Type or paste the text you want to inspect or transform; nothing is sent for remote processing.
Result
An immediate text result that can be reviewed and copied from the browser.
Limits
Meaning, tone and language-dependent results are mechanical aids. Review important writing before publishing or relying on it.
How to use Word Counter
- 01Paste or type your text into the box above.
- 02See the live word, character, sentence and paragraph counts.
- 03Check the estimated reading time.
- 04Copy your text when you're done.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly does it count?
Words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and an estimated reading time.
Is my text private?
Nothing is uploaded. This tool runs entirely in your browser, so your data is processed on your own device and never sent to a server.