Online Word Counter Tool

Use this free online word counter to count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time instantly. Paste your text and get live writing statistics without signup.

Text Input

Write or paste text

Paste or type your text below - results update instantly.

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Live Metrics

Words

Characters

Sentences

Paragraphs

Reading time

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How to use

Use this online word counter in three simple steps

Our workflow is designed to be straightforward, allowing you to complete your task in seconds.

Paste or type your text

Enter your content into the input box.

View live counts

Check word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts in real time.

Edit and finalize

Adjust your content and copy or clear the text when finished.

Live Tracking

Metrics update with every keystroke for real-time editing.

Detailed Stats

Tracks paragraphs, sentences, and character variations.

Reading Time

Estimates how long an average user will take to read.

Drafting Security

Your essay or article remains strictly in your own browser.

Use cases

Useful for different workflows

Article Limits

Track exact words to check publisher guidelines.

Academic Checks

Verify essay lengths fit assignment boundaries.

SEO Writing

Keep text lengths aligned with target search parameters.

Tool guide

What is a Word Counter?

A word counter is an online tool that calculates the total number of words in your text. It also helps you check characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time for better writing control. If you are working with Chinese text, you should use our dedicated Chinese Character Counter for accurate results.

Why use this tool?

Use this tool for essays, blog posts, SEO content, product descriptions, social media captions, and forms where word limits matter.

Common use cases

Essay word count
Blog post length checking
SEO content writing
Meta content planning
Assignment and article editing
Reading time estimation

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does this tool count characters too?

Yes, it counts words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.

Can I use it for essays?

Yes, it is useful for students checking essay and assignment word limits.

Is my text saved?

No, the tool works directly in the browser and does not store your text.

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