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Word Counter

Word counter

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About this word counter

Count words, Unicode characters, sentences, and estimated reading time as you type. Your text is processed inside your browser and is not uploaded to our server.

How to use it

  1. Type or paste text into the box.
  2. Read the totals below the text area.
  3. Use Clear text when you want to begin again.

How reading time is estimated

The estimate uses an average reading speed of 200 words per minute and rounds up to the next whole minute.

Common uses

This tool can help check article length, social media drafts, assignments, applications, captions, and presentation notes.

Frequently asked questions

Does this word counter upload my text?

No. The counting happens in your browser, and the text you enter is not intentionally sent to our server.

Are spaces included in the character count?

Yes. The character total includes spaces and punctuation, while the word total counts groups of non-space characters.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time uses an estimate of 200 words per minute and rounds up to the next complete minute.

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