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Word Counter
Count words, characters, and basic text metrics.
Check word count, character count, and estimated reading time for an essay, article, or script — updated live as you type or paste, entirely in your browser.
Text is analyzed entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
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How it works
Private word counting in your browser
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Review live stats
Word, character, sentence, paragraph, line, and timing metrics update as you write.
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Copy the current text, clear the editor, or download the text as a TXT file.
Use cases
When this comes in handy
Meet a word limit
Check an essay, application, or article against a required word count.
Estimate reading time
See how long a blog post or script will take to read or narrate.
Clean text stats
Get character and sentence counts for captions or metadata fields.
FAQ
Common questions
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. Word counting and text analysis happen entirely in your browser.
Can it handle large documents?
Yes. Analysis is debounced and uses efficient string scanning so typing, pasting, and scrolling stay responsive.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 225 words per minute. Speaking time uses 150 words per minute.
Can I upload a text file?
Yes. Choose a TXT file and it will be read locally by your browser without uploading it.
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