Word Counter — Free Online Tool
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time instantly as you type. Free online word counter with real-time live statistics update.
About Word Counter
Our word counter gives you an instant real-time breakdown of your text as you type or paste. Track word count, character count with and without spaces, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time based on average adult reading speed. Perfect for students meeting essay word limits, bloggers optimising post length, social media managers staying within platform character limits, and writers monitoring manuscript progress. The tool runs entirely in your browser with no data uploaded anywhere.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does it count words in real time?
Yes — all statistics update instantly as you type or paste text.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, the average adult reading speed.
Does character count include spaces?
Both counts are shown — characters with spaces and characters without spaces.
Is my text stored or sent anywhere?
No. The tool runs entirely in your browser. Your text is never uploaded.
Can I use it for social media character limits?
Yes — great for Twitter (280 chars), LinkedIn posts, Instagram captions, and SMS messages.