How do I count words in a text online?

Paste or type any text into the input area. The word counter updates in real time, showing word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time at 200 words per minute.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, the average adult silent reading speed, rounded up to the nearest minute. A 500-word text shows ~3 minutes.

How does the tool count sentences?

Sentences are counted by detecting terminal punctuation marks: periods, exclamation marks, and question marks. Abbreviations and decimal numbers may occasionally inflate the count slightly.

Can I count words in a PDF or Word document?

This tool counts plain text only. For PDF word counts, use the PDF Word Count tool. For Word documents, copy-paste the text into this word counter for instant stats.

Is the word counter free and private?

Yes — completely free, no account needed, and all counting happens locally in your browser. No text is ever sent to any server.

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Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time. Paste any text and get instant stats.

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Words

Characters

No spaces

Sentences

Paragraphs

~1 min

Reading time

How it works

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Type or paste input
Paste your value into the input field. No file needed — works directly in your browser.
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Get instant results
The result appears in real time as you type. No server, no upload.
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Copy the output
Click the copy button to copy the result to your clipboard instantly.

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