Word Counter
Count words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading and speaking time in real-time.
How to Use Word Counter
- Enter or Paste Text: Type or paste your text into the workspace textarea, or click 'Open File' to upload a document.
- View Real-Time Statistics: Inspect live counts for words, characters with/without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading/speaking times.
- Review Keyword Density: Check the keyword frequency list below the stats to analyze term density and repetition.
- Copy or Clear: Use the 'Copy Text' button to grab your text or 'Clear' to reset the editor.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this tool count words?
Words are identified by matching sequences of letters, numbers, and hyphenated compound terms separated by whitespace or punctuation.
How are reading and speaking times estimated?
Reading time is calculated based on an average reading speed of 225 words per minute. Speaking time is based on an average conversational speed of 130 words per minute.
Is my text sent to any server or recorded?
No, word counting runs 100% locally in your web browser. Your text never leaves your device.
Can I count words in large documents or files?
Yes, you can paste extensive essays, books, or articles, or open text files directly without performance lag.
Does it differentiate characters with and without spaces?
Yes, both total characters (including spaces and line breaks) and characters excluding whitespace are reported separately.