Word and character counter
Paste or type your text for live counts of words, characters, sentences and paragraphs, plus how long it takes to read aloud. The text stays in your browser.
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See DeskshedWord counter at a glance
- Cost
- Free, with no watermark
- Account
- None needed
- Your data
- Stays in your browser. How to check
- You get
- Live counts as you type
- Limits
- None for normal documents
How to use it
Paste or type your text
Counts update with every keystroke.
Read the numbers
Words, characters with and without spaces, sentences and paragraphs.
Check the timing
Reading assumes 200 words a minute and speaking 130.
Word counter: common questions
How are words counted?
A word is a run of letters or numbers. Hyphenated words and contractions such as well-known and don't count as one, which matches most word processors closely, though totals can differ slightly.
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. It's counted in the page and goes when you close the tab. If you're worried, you can check using your browser's Network tab.
How long is a 500-word speech?
About 3 minutes 50 seconds at a typical speaking pace of 130 words a minute. Reading it silently takes about 2 and a half minutes at 200 words a minute.