Word Counter
Count words, sentences, paragraphs, characters, and estimated reading time as you type.
Processing happens locally in your browser. Your files and inputs are not uploaded to our servers.
How to use Word Counter
- Type or paste text into the editor.
- Review the live word, sentence, paragraph, character, and reading-time totals.
- Continue editing, copy the text, or clear it to start again.
What Word Counter does
A word counter analyzes text as you type and reports words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and an estimated reading time. Language-aware browser segmentation improves results for many writing systems while keeping the entire draft on your device.
Examples
- Check the length of an article before publishing.
- Estimate how long a speech or blog post takes to read.
- Compare character counts with and without spaces.
Frequently asked questions
Is my input uploaded?
No. This tool processes its input locally in your browser. Normal page requests do not include the contents you enter or select.
How is reading time estimated?
The estimate uses an average pace of 200 words per minute and rounds up to a whole minute. Actual reading speed varies.
Will it work in every browser?
The tool uses modern browser APIs. Current Chromium, Firefox, and Safari releases provide the best support; the page displays a clear error when a required capability is unavailable.