Word Counter
Paste or type text and see word and character counts instantly, as you type.
Words: 0
Characters: 0
Private by design: this tool runs 100% in your browser. Your files and text never leave your device, are never uploaded, and are never stored by Crazlee.
How to use
- Paste or type your text in the box.
- Counts update automatically as you type.
- Use the reading time to judge length for an essay or post.
Worked example
The sentence “Hello world. This is a test.” has 6 words, 28 characters, and 2 sentences.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
Text is split on whitespace, so hyphenated words count as one word.
Does it count characters with spaces?
Yes, and it also shows characters without spaces.
Is my text saved?
No. Counting happens in your browser and your text is never sent anywhere.
What reading speed is used?
200 words per minute, a common average for adults.
Can I count a document file?
Copy and paste the text from your document into the box.