Word Counter & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs as you type. See reading and speaking time instantly.
- Characters without spaces
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Reading time
- 0 sec
- Speaking time
- 0 sec
How to count words and characters
Three simple steps, all in your browser.
- 1
Type or paste your text
Write directly in the box or paste text from a document, email or website.
- 2
See the counts instantly
Words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time update as you type.
- 3
Edit to fit your limit
Trim or expand your text until it fits the word or character limit you need.
Frequently asked questions
Is this word counter free?
Yes. It's completely free, with no sign-up and no limits on how much text you can count.
Is my text saved or uploaded?
No. Your text stays in your browser and is never sent to us or stored anywhere. It disappears when you close or refresh the page.
What counts as a word?
Any group of letters, numbers or symbols separated by spaces or line breaks counts as one word. For example, "don't" and "e-mail" each count as one word.
What is the difference between characters with and without spaces?
Characters with spaces counts every letter, number, symbol, space and line break. Characters without spaces leaves out spaces, tabs and line breaks. Many forms and social media limits use the count with spaces.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of about 238 words per minute. Speaking time uses about 130 words per minute, a typical pace for speeches and presentations.
How many words is a page?
As a rough guide, a single-spaced page is about 500 words and a double-spaced page is about 250 words, using a standard 12-point font.