Word Counter & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs online for free. Instant text statistics for writers and developers.
About this tool
Our free Word Counter instantly counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and lines in any text. Perfect for writers keeping track of article length, students checking essay word counts, or developers analyzing text data. Also shows estimated reading time and speaking time. Paste any text to get instant, accurate statistics.
How to use Word Counter
- 1Paste your text: Type or paste your text into the input area.
- 2View statistics: Word count, character count, sentences, and more appear instantly as you type.
- 3Check reading time: The estimated reading time is shown automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the word counter count words?
Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace. Hyphenated words count as one word. Numbers count as words.
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
It shows both: characters with spaces and characters without spaces.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at an average of 200 words per minute, which is a typical adult reading speed.