Free Word Counter — Instant Word & Character Count Online
A word counter is a free browser tool that instantly counts words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, reading time, and readability score in any text. Paste or type your content and all metrics update in real time — no button or account needed. Your text is processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript and never sent to any server.
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A word counter is a free browser tool that instantly counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, reading time, speaking time, and Flesch readability score in any text. Paste or type your content and all metrics update in real time — no button press needed. Your text is processed entirely in your browser using JavaScript and never sent to any server. No account or sign-up is required at any point.
How it works
- Paste or type your text into the input area — the counter starts immediately, no button required.
- Stats update in real time — word count, character count, sentence count, paragraph count, reading time, speaking time, and Flesch readability score appear as you type.
- Done. Nothing is saved or transmitted. Close the tab and your text is gone.
When to use this tool
- Verifying your essay, report, or article meets a required word count before submitting.
- Checking character count for a Twitter post (280 characters) or a LinkedIn update (3,000 characters) before publishing.
- Reviewing the readability score of documentation, tutorials, or any content intended for a broad audience.
- Measuring the reading or speaking time of a script, presentation, or video narration before recording.
- Pairing with the Lorem Ipsum Generator to measure the length of placeholder text, or with the Case Converter to reformat text before analyzing it.
Frequently asked questions
Does this word counter work offline?
The tool loads fully in your browser. Once the page is loaded, it works without an internet connection. Your text is processed locally using JavaScript in your browser tab and never sent to any server.
Is there a word or character limit?
No. You can paste text of any length and the counter handles it instantly. There are no usage limits, no account required, and no restrictions.
Does it count characters with and without spaces?
Yes. Characters with spaces and characters without spaces are displayed separately so you can check both values at once.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 238 words per minute, which is the average silent reading speed for adults. Speaking time uses a lower rate of 130 words per minute.
What does the Flesch readability score mean?
The Flesch Reading Ease score measures how easy a text is to read on a scale from 0 to 100. A score of 70 or above means the text is easy to read and accessible to most adults. Below 30 means the text is academic or technical in nature.
Does it work with languages other than English?
Word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts work for any language. The Flesch readability score is based on English-language rules and is most accurate when analyzing English text.
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