Word Counter— Free & Private
Count words, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time in any text.
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What Is a Word Counter?
A word counter analyzes a block of text and reports the total number of words, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time. It is an essential tool for writers, students, and content creators who need to meet specific word count requirements for essays, articles, social media posts, or SEO content. Our word counter processes your text entirely in the browser, so nothing you type is stored or transmitted to any server.
How to Use Word Counter
Enter or paste text
Type directly into the text area or paste content from any source.
View live counts
See word, sentence, and paragraph counts update in real time as you type.
Check reading time
Review the estimated reading and speaking time based on standard averages.
Why Use Our Word Counter?
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at an average rate of 225 words per minute for adults. Speaking time uses approximately 150 words per minute, which is the average pace for presentations.
Does the tool count hyphenated words as one word or two?
Hyphenated words like "well-known" are counted as one word, which is consistent with how most word processors and style guides handle hyphenation.
Can I paste text from Word, Google Docs, or PDF?
Yes. You can paste text from virtually any source. The tool strips formatting and counts only the raw text content.