Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and reading time as you type. Your text never leaves your browser.
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How to use the word counter
- 1Type or paste your text into the box — the counts update instantly as you write.
- 2Watch words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time in real time.
- 3Nothing is submitted; edit freely until the counts are where you need them.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text sent to a server?
No. Everything is counted in your browser as you type. Your text is never uploaded, saved or logged — it's ideal for drafts, essays and confidential writing.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes about 200 words per minute, the average adult silent-reading speed. It's rounded to the nearest minute, with a one-minute floor for any non-empty text.
Does it count words in Chinese, Japanese or Korean?
Yes. It uses the browser's built-in text segmentation, which counts word-like units correctly in languages that don't separate words with spaces — not just a naive space split.