Word counter

Count words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and reading time.

Direct answer

Instant client-side counter for words, characters, character count excluding whitespace, sentences, paragraphs and estimated reading time (at 230 words per minute).

How it's calculated

  1. Paste or type text into the editor.
  2. Counts update on every keystroke locally in your browser.

Frequently asked questions

How is reading time calculated?
Total word count divided by 230 words per minute, rounded up to the nearest minute.