Free Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time instantly. Free, no login required.

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Word Goal
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500 more words to reach goal

How to Use the Word Counter

  1. Paste or type your text in the text box above
  2. Word count, character count and other stats update in real time
  3. See words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time instantly

Why Use a Word Counter?

Word counters are essential for writers, students, bloggers and professionals. Many platforms have strict word or character limits — essays, social media posts, job applications, academic submissions and more. Our free word counter helps you stay within limits and track your writing progress.

Word Count for Common Uses

Twitter / X Post

280 characters

Instagram Caption

2,200 characters

WhatsApp Message

65,536 characters

Short Essay

250-500 words

Blog Post

800-2,000 words

College Essay

500-650 words

What Does Our Word Counter Track?

  • Words: Total number of words in your text
  • Characters (with spaces): Total characters including spaces
  • Characters (without spaces): Total characters excluding spaces
  • Sentences: Number of sentences detected
  • Paragraphs: Number of paragraphs in the text
  • Reading time: Estimated time to read at average speed
  • Top keywords: Most frequently used words in the text

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to count words online?

Paste or type your text in the box above. Word count and all stats update automatically in real time.

Is this word counter free?

Yes, completely free. No login, no account needed.

Does it count characters with spaces?

Yes! It shows both characters with spaces and without spaces separately.

How is reading time calculated?

Based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute.

Does it work on mobile?

Yes! Works on Android and iPhone browsers directly. No app needed.