Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs as you type, with reading and speaking time.
Runs in your browser. Your text and files never leave your device.
- Words
- 0
- Characters
- 0
- Without spaces
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Reading time
- 0 min
- Speaking time
- 0 min
How to count words
Type or paste your text into the box. The counts update as you type, so you can trim an essay, cover letter or social post to the exact length you need.
Common word limits
- College application essays: often 250 to 650 words.
- Abstracts for research papers: usually 150 to 300 words.
- Blog posts that rank well tend to cover a topic fully, often 1,000 words or more, but length alone is not a ranking factor.
Counting characters for a tweet or meta description? Use the character counter, which shows platform limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the word counter count words?
It uses your browser's built-in language rules, so words are counted correctly in English, Bangla, Hindi, Arabic and other languages. Numbers count as words; punctuation and emoji do not.
How is reading time worked out?
Reading time uses 238 words per minute, the average silent reading speed for adults found in a large 2019 review of studies. Speaking time uses 150 words per minute, a typical pace for a talk or presentation.
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
Yes. Both are shown. Emoji and letters with accents count as one character each, the way people see them.
Is my text saved or uploaded?
No. Counting happens in your browser and nothing is stored or sent anywhere.