Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time in real time.
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Characters (with spaces)
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Characters (no spaces)
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Sentences
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About the Word Counter
Paste or type any text to instantly see its word count, character counts (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time. It is ideal for essays, articles, social posts, and any task with a length limit.
How Each Metric Is Defined
| Metric | Definition |
|---|---|
| Words | Runs of non-whitespace characters |
| Characters (with spaces) | Every character, including whitespace |
| Characters (no spaces) | Characters after removing all whitespace |
| Sentences | Segments ending in . ! or ? |
| Paragraphs | Blocks separated by a blank line |
| Reading time | Words ÷ 200 words per minute |
All processing is done locally — nothing you type is uploaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How are words counted?
- A word is any run of non-whitespace characters separated by spaces, tabs or line breaks. The count updates instantly as you type or paste.
- What is the difference between characters with and without spaces?
- “With spaces” counts every character including spaces, tabs and line breaks. “Without spaces” removes all whitespace and counts only the visible characters — useful for strict length limits.
- How is reading time estimated?
- Reading time uses an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute. Actual time varies with text difficulty and the reader.
- Is my text private?
- Yes. All counting happens locally in your browser — your text is never uploaded or stored on a server.
📅 Last updated: June 2026 · Formulas follow standard banking / tax conventions · Results are for reference only.