Word & Character Counter

Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly, plus reading and speaking time. Ideal for essays, articles and social posts.

How it works

A word counter helps you stay within limits for essays, articles, cover letters and social media posts. Results update as you type or paste. Your text never leaves your device — everything runs in your browser.

Reading time is based on 200 words per minute and speaking time on 130 words per minute, handy for speeches and presentations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my text saved or uploaded?

No. Counting happens entirely in your browser.

Are spaces counted as characters?

Both are shown — characters with and without spaces.

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