Word counter
Paste or type text for a live count of words, characters, sentences, and estimated reading time.
Word counter FAQ
What counts as a word?
Any group of non-space characters separated by whitespace counts as one word. Hyphenated terms without spaces count as one word.
How is reading time estimated?
Reading time uses a simple pace of 200 words per minute and rounds up to the nearest minute.
Does my text get uploaded?
No. Counting happens inside your browser. This page does not send or save the text you enter.