Word & Character Counter
Paste or type your text. Counts update instantly in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
Words
0
Characters
0
Chars (no spaces)
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
0
Reading time
0 min
Based on 200 words/min
How to count words and characters
Use the live word counter to measure a draft without interrupting your writing. It reports words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and an estimated reading time in one view.
Step by step
- Type or paste your text into the editor.
- Review the totals; they update after every change.
- Copy the edited text or clear the editor when you are finished.
Common uses
- Check an essay or assignment against a word limit.
- Fit social posts, metadata, and ad copy within character limits.
- Estimate how long an article or speech takes to read.
Good to know
Reading time uses an average of 200 words per minute, so the actual time varies by reader and subject. Sentence counts are estimates based on punctuation. Your text is processed only in the browser.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
The counter splits visible text into word-like groups separated by whitespace. Punctuation attached to a word does not normally create an extra word.
Does FreeToolBase save my text?
No. This tool performs its calculations in your browser and does not send the text to our server.
Tool and instructions reviewed October 2026.