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Word & Character Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and get reading time — instantly.

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Characters (no spaces)0
Letters0
Numbers0
Special Characters0
Spaces0
Lines0
Avg. Word Length0
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How the Word Counter Works

Counting Mechanics

Our tool counts words by analyzing spaces and punctuation boundaries in real-time. Character counts are calculated strictly by string length, offering metrics both with and without white spaces. All parsing happens entirely locally in your browser.

Reading Time Estimation

Reading time is dynamically calculated based on a standard adult reading speed of 250 words per minute (WPM). This provides a highly accurate estimate of how long it will take an average user to read your content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tool save my text?

No, all counting and analysis happens instantly in your web browser. Your text is never sent to our servers, ensuring complete privacy.

What metrics does the word counter provide?

It calculates total words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.

How is the reading time estimated?

The reading time is estimated based on an average adult reading speed of about 250 words per minute.