Text tool

Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences and reading time.

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0Words
0Characters
0Without spaces
0Sentences
0Paragraphs
0 sReading time
0 sSpeaking time

About this tool

Word Counter counts your words and characters live as you type or paste. It also shows sentences, paragraphs and how long the text takes to read. Your text is not saved or sent anywhere.

How to use Word Counter

  1. Type or paste your text.
  2. Read the live counts above the box.
  3. Use “Clear” to start again.

Questions people ask

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time assumes 225 words per minute, a typical adult reading speed. Speaking time assumes 150 words per minute.

Are numbers counted as words?

Yes. Any group of characters separated by spaces counts as one word.

Is my text stored?

No. Counting happens in your browser and nothing is sent to a server.

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