Word Counter
Paste your text and instantly see your word count, reading time, and 6 more stats — free, no signup needed.
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Words
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Characters (with spaces)
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Characters (no spaces)
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Reading time
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Speaking time
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Unique words
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Avg word length
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Longest word
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Syllables
Reading level
How to Use This Word Counter
Step 1
Paste your draft or start typing in the box on the left
Step 2
Every stat updates instantly as you type — no clicking needed
Step 3
Check reading time to see how long it takes someone to read your text
Step 4
Hit Copy all to grab every stat as plain text
What Is Word Counter?
Ever finish writing and wonder if you've hit the word limit? Paste your text here and you'll know in seconds.
Writers use it to hit blog post targets. Students use it for essay requirements. Marketers keep their copy tight. Whatever you're writing, knowing your count shouldn't slow you down.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Word Counter free to use?
Completely free, forever. No account, no hidden limits. Just open and start.
Tip: Bookmark it — you'll use it more than you think.
Who should use Word Counter?
Anyone who writes. Blog posts, essays, captions, emails — if you have a word limit this is for you.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes, works perfectly on phone and tablet.
Does it count in real time?
Yes — every keystroke updates instantly.
Tip: Paste a full article to see reading time immediately.
What counts as a word?
Any characters separated by a space. "hello world" = 2 words.
Tip: Use unique words stat to spot repetition.
Is my text stored anywhere?
No. Everything runs in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.
Tip: Safe to paste confidential documents.