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Word Counter
Words0
Characters0
Characters (no spaces)0
Sentences0
Paragraphs0
Reading Time0 minutes
What is a Word Counter?
A fast online word counter built for writing, editing, SEO, and publishing
Count Words helps you measure more than just total word count. As you type or paste content, the tool instantly calculates words, characters, characters without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time. That makes it useful for everything from essays and blog posts to product descriptions, newsletters, and social captions.
Unlike many text analysis tools, Count-Words.com is privacy first. Your text is processed in the browser, not uploaded to a remote server, so you can review drafts, client copy, and sensitive documents without adding another data-sharing step to your workflow.
If you work with files, you can also use our dedicated PDF, DOCX, TXT, Markdown, HTML, and multi-file counters. For quick checks, the main editor remains the fastest way to count words, characters, and sentence totals in real time.
Use Cases
For students
Check essay, assignment, and scholarship word limits before submission.
For writers
Track draft length, paragraph structure, and reading time while editing.
For SEO teams
Measure article length, keyword repetition, and content structure in seconds.
For social media
Use character counts to keep captions, posts, and ads within platform limits.
How to Use
1
Paste or type your text
Use the editor for instant counting or paste copied content from another document.
2
Review live statistics
Words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time update automatically.
3
Jump to a specialized tool when needed
Open the PDF, DOCX, character, sentence, or reading-time tool for a more focused workflow.
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Features
Free online word counter tool. Count words, sentences, paragraphs, and characters with reading time estimation. Multi-language support with simple and easy-to-use interface.
Real-time Analysis
Get instant word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts as you type
Multi-language Support
Support for English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish
Keyword Analysis
Identify the most frequently used words in your text
Reading Time
Estimate how long it takes to read your content
Privacy First
All analysis is done locally in your browser - your text never leaves your device
Free Forever
No registration required, completely free to use
FAQ
Is my text stored on your servers?
No, all text analysis is performed locally in your browser. Your content never leaves your device.
How accurate is the word count?
Our word counter uses industry-standard algorithms and provides highly accurate counts for most languages.
Can I use this for academic writing?
Yes, this tool is perfect for essays, research papers, and academic writing that requires specific word counts.
Does it work offline?
Once loaded, the tool works entirely in your browser and doesn't require an internet connection.
What file formats are supported?
Currently, you can paste text directly or use the clipboard function. File upload support is coming soon.