Word & Character Counter
Analyze your text with detailed statistics including word count, character count, reading time, and more.
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About the Word Counter
This free word counter instantly counts the words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in any text as you type or paste. It is handy for essays and assignments with length limits, social media posts, SEO titles and meta descriptions, and any writing where the exact count matters. Everything runs in your browser, so your text never leaves your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the word counter work?
It counts in real time as you type or paste. Words are counted by splitting your text on spaces and line breaks, and it also shows characters (with and without spaces), sentences and paragraphs so you get a full picture at a glance.
Why does word count matter?
Word and character limits show up everywhere: academic essays, job applications, SEO title tags (around 60 characters) and meta descriptions (around 160 characters), tweets, and ad copy. Knowing your exact count helps you fit the limit without cutting important content.
What is the difference between word count and character count?
Word count is the number of words; character count is the number of individual letters, numbers, spaces and symbols. Some limits are set in words (essays) and others in characters (meta tags, social posts), so this tool shows both.
Is the word counter free and private?
Yes. It is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser. Your text is never uploaded or stored, so it stays private on your device.