Word & Character Counter
Paste or type text to see live word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count and estimated reading time.
About this tool
Word counts matter for essays with strict limits, social captions, SEO meta descriptions, and any writing with a target length. This tool counts as you type, so you always know exactly where you stand without pasting into a separate app.
How to use it
- Paste or type your text into the box.
- Watch the stats update live as you type or edit.
- Check words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
Tips
- Character count with spaces is what most form fields and Twitter/X-style limits actually check.
- Reading time is estimated at roughly 200 words per minute — adjust your expectations for dense or technical text.
- Paragraph count only counts non-empty blocks, so stray blank lines won't inflate the number.
FAQ
Does this tool store or upload my text?
No. Everything runs locally in your browser — nothing you type is sent anywhere.
Why is my character count different from Word?
Some word processors count spaces differently, or include hidden formatting characters. This tool counts raw visible characters.