Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and reading time instantly.
How to use the Word Counter
- Paste or type your text.
- Click Count words.
- The tool shows words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
By splitting on whitespace. Hyphenated words count as one.
What is the reading-time estimate?
Based on 200 words per minute, the average adult reading speed for prose.
Does it store my text?
No. Processing happens on request and nothing is persisted.