Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading time in your text.

Text statistics

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Words
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Characters
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Characters (no spaces)
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Avg. Word Length
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Reading Time

When to Use This Word Counter

Our free word counter tool helps with a variety of writing and content tasks:

  • Academic Writing

    Meet essay word count requirements, check thesis length, and ensure your academic papers fit the specifications.

  • Social Media & Marketing

    Optimize posts for Twitter, LinkedIn, and other platforms with character limits. Perfect for crafting concise messages.

  • SEO & Content Writing

    Track article length for optimal SEO performance, ensure meta descriptions fit limits, and maintain consistent content length.

  • Professional Documents

    Check resume length, cover letter word counts, and business proposal specifications for professional communication.

  • Reading Time Estimation

    Calculate how long it takes to read your content, perfect for blog posts, presentations, and speech preparation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use this app?
Enter or paste the required input, adjust any options, run the primary action, and review the result. Use the Clear/Reset control to start over.
Is this app free to use?
Yes. The app is free to use and does not require an account.
What happens to my input data?
The app MUST NOT store user-provided input. If any network request is required for a feature, the app MUST clearly disclose it in the Help section.
Why am I getting an error or unexpected output?
Most issues come from invalid input or incompatible options. Verify the input format, try the default settings, and use Clear/Reset before trying again.
Where can I find instructions and troubleshooting tips?
Use the in-app Help panel. It MUST explain inputs, options, and common mistakes, and it MUST be usable with a keyboard (including closing with Escape).