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Word Counter

Live word, character, sentence, paragraph and reading-time counts — as you type.

Processed on your device — nothing is uploaded

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Words
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Characters
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Reading time

🔒 Everything runs in your browser — your text is never stored or sent anywhere.

About the Word Counter

The everyday counter for writers, students, marketers and SEO specialists. Words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time update instantly as you type or paste.

Everything runs locally in your browser — your draft, essay or confidential text is never sent anywhere.

How to use the Word Counter

  1. 1Type or paste your text into the box.
  2. 2Watch the live statistics update as you write.
  3. 3Edit freely — nothing is stored or transmitted.

Frequently asked questions

Is my text stored anywhere?

No. The counter runs entirely in your browser; the text disappears when you close the tab.

How is reading time calculated?

At 200 words per minute, the average adult reading speed for typical prose.

What counts as a sentence?

Text ending in a period, question mark or exclamation mark.

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