Writing tool

Word Counter

Check your word count instantly as you type or paste. See characters, sentences, and estimated reading time without uploading your text.

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66 / 100,000

Counts update instantly. Your text stays on this device.

Live counts

Words
11
Characters
66
Sentences
1
Reading time (min)
1

Characters count Unicode code points, including spaces. Word boundaries and reading time are estimates; languages without spaces may need a language-specific counter.

How to use it

Paste or type your draft to see live word and character counts. Clear the example to start fresh, then copy or download the counts.

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What to check

Word boundaries and reading time are estimates, especially for languages without spaces.

Review the result before using it in a published page, application, or agent configuration.

Quick answers

Frequently asked questions

How is reading time estimated in Word Counter?

The tool counts words and estimates time at about 220 words per minute. Reading speed varies with audience and complexity.

Are word and sentence counts exact in every language?

No. The browser uses text heuristics. Languages without spaces, abbreviations, and punctuation can affect the counts.

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