A word counter is a free tool that counts the words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in your text as you type, and estimates how long it takes to read.
How to Use the Word Counter
- Type or paste your text into the box above.
- Your word count, character count, sentences and paragraphs update instantly.
- Check the reading time estimate, then edit your text until it fits your limit.
Why Use This Online Word Counter?
Meet essay and SEO word limits
Writers, students and bloggers use a word counter to keep essays, meta descriptions and social posts within a required length.
Private and instant
All counting happens in your browser. Your text is never uploaded or stored, so it is safe for drafts and confidential writing.