Free Word Counter Online
A free online word counter counts words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs instantly in your browser. Paste any text and get results with no signup, no upload, and no limits.
Paste any text and instantly get word count, character count, sentence count, paragraph count, and estimated reading time. Everything runs in your browser — nothing is sent to any server. Free, no signup, no limits.
- Words
- 0
- Characters
- 0
- Characters (no spaces)
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Reading time
- 0 min
Runs 100% in your browser. Your data never leaves your device.
Built with plain JavaScript string parsing — all counting runs locally in your browser with zero server calls.
How to Use Word Counter
- Paste or type your text in the input box
- Word count updates instantly as you type
- View characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time below
When Would You Use This?
Freelance writers billing by the word often paste drafts here before invoicing — faster than exporting from a word processor.
Students submitting essays with strict word limits can check counts without reformatting files or creating cloud accounts.
Social media managers trimming posts to platform limits use character counts alongside word counts in one place.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this word counter free to use?
- Yes, completely free. No signup, no login, no payment ever.
- Do I need to create an account?
- No account needed. Open the tool and start using it immediately.
- Is my data safe?
- Everything runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to our servers. We cannot see your data.
- Does word count include numbers and symbols?
- Words are counted as sequences of letters and numbers separated by spaces. Punctuation alone is not counted as a word.