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Word Counter - Free Online Word & Character Counter

Free online word counter and character counter tool that instantly counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and provides reading time estimates. Perfect for essays, articles, social media posts, and any text content.

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Word Count Results

Enter text above to see word count and character count results.

Real-time counting is enabled

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How It Works

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Enter Your Text

Simply paste or type your text into the word counter tool. You can enter essays, articles, social media posts, or any text content. The tool supports unlimited text length and works with any language.

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Get Instant Word Count

See real-time word count and character count as you type. The tool instantly calculates words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.

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Customize Display Options

Choose which statistics to display - word count, character count, sentences, paragraphs, or reading time. Customize the tool to show only the metrics you need for your specific requirements.

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Copy or Share Results

Copy your word count results to clipboard or share them easily. Perfect for meeting essay requirements, checking social media limits, or tracking writing progress.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is this word counter?
This word counter is extremely accurate and uses industry-standard methods for counting words. It counts words by splitting text on whitespace and handles various text formats correctly, matching the word count methods used by Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
Does the character counter include spaces and punctuation?
Yes, the tool provides both character counts: "with spaces" includes all characters including spaces, punctuation, and line breaks, while "without spaces" counts only letters, numbers, and symbols excluding whitespace.
Is this word counter free to use?
Yes, this online word counter is completely free to use with no limits, no registration required, and no advertisements. You can count unlimited amounts of text without any restrictions.
Can I use this for academic essays and papers?
Absolutely! This word counter is perfect for academic writing, providing accurate word counts that match university and school requirements. It's ideal for essays, research papers, dissertations, and any academic assignments with word count limits.
How is the reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute, which is the standard for adult readers. This gives you a realistic estimate of how long it would take someone to read your content.
Does this work with languages other than English?
Yes, this word counter works with text in any language including Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Arabic, and many others. The word counting algorithm is language-agnostic and handles Unicode characters correctly.
Can I count words in real-time as I type?
Yes, the tool provides real-time word counting as you type or paste text. You can see the word count, character count, and other statistics update instantly as you edit your content.
Is my text data secure when using this tool?
Yes, your text is completely secure. All processing happens locally in your browser - no text is sent to any server or stored anywhere. Your content remains private and is never uploaded or saved.

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