🔢 Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in real time.
Start typing to see your most frequent words.
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real time as you type or paste your text. This free word counter also estimates reading and speaking time and highlights your most frequently used words — useful for essays, articles, social media captions, scripts, or any writing with a word or character limit.
How to use the word counter
- Paste or type your text into the text box.
- Watch the stats update instantly — word count, character count, sentences, and paragraphs all update as you type.
- Check reading and speaking time to estimate how long your text takes to read or present out loud.
- Review your most frequent words to spot repetition before publishing or submitting your text.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this word counter free to use?
Yes, it's completely free with no sign-up and no limit on how much text you can check.
Is my text stored or sent anywhere?
No. All counting happens directly in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to or stored on any server.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated using an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute. Actual reading time can vary based on the complexity of the text and the reader.
How is speaking time calculated?
Speaking time is estimated using an average speaking pace of about 130 words per minute, which is a common benchmark for presentations and speeches.
Does the character count include spaces?
The tool shows both counts separately: total characters including spaces, and total characters excluding spaces, so you can check against either type of limit.
Why are some common words like "the" or "and" missing from the frequent words list?
Common filler words (known as stop words) are filtered out on purpose, since they appear in almost every text and don't reflect meaningful repetition. This makes it easier to spot keywords or phrases you're actually overusing.
Can I use this for essays, social media posts, or scripts?
Yes. It works for any type of text — essays, articles, captions, video scripts, or anything with a word or character limit to meet.