Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs as you type, with estimated reading and speaking time.
- Processed locally — your files never leave your device
- Free, no sign-up
- No file limits
- Words
- 0
- Characters
- 0
- Characters (no spaces)
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Lines
- 0
- Reading time
- 0 sec
- Speaking time
- 0 sec
How to use Word Counter
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Type or paste your text into the editor.
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Word, character, sentence and paragraph counts update live.
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Use the reading and speaking time estimates to plan articles, essays or speeches.
Features
- Real-time countingEvery statistic updates instantly as you type, even for long documents.
- Accurate for every languageUses the browser’s Unicode segmentation to count words in any language, including Vietnamese, Chinese and Japanese.
- Reading & speaking timeEstimates based on average reading (238 wpm) and speaking (150 wpm) speed.
Frequently asked questions
Does the word counter store my text?
No. Your text stays in your browser and is never saved or uploaded.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes an average adult pace of 238 words per minute; speaking time assumes 150 words per minute.
Are emoji counted as one character?
Yes. Characters are counted as user-perceived graphemes, so an emoji or an accented letter counts as one.