Word Counter
Paste or type your text below to instantly see your word count, character count, sentence count, and estimated reading time — no signup, nothing leaves your browser.
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How word count is calculated
This tool counts words by splitting your text on whitespace, so contractions and hyphenated words (like "well-known") count as one word each. Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, the average adult silent reading speed.
Common uses
- Checking essay or assignment word count requirements
- Meeting SEO content length targets
- Trimming social media captions to character limits
- Estimating speech or presentation length
Does this tool store or upload my text?
No. All counting happens locally in your browser using JavaScript — your text is never sent to a server.
How is reading time calculated?
We use the standard average of 200 words per minute for silent adult reading.