Free Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading time. No login required — everything happens in your browser.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the word counter work?

It counts words by splitting text on whitespace. Characters include all characters including spaces. Sentences are detected by period, exclamation, and question marks. Paragraphs are separated by line breaks.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, which is the average adult reading speed. Speaking time uses 130 words per minute.

Is my text stored anywhere?

No. All counting happens in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server or stored anywhere.

Do I need an account?

No. All our tools are completely free with no login required.