Use this free online word counter to count words, characters, paragraphs, sentences, and reading time instantly.
A word counter is useful for essays, articles, product descriptions, and content briefs. This version also shows character counts, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.
Paste your text into the editor and the values update in real time. Nothing is sent to a server.
Quick answers about the word counter and how to use it.
The word counter updates instantly based on the text you paste or type into the editor.
Yes. The word counter is free and works directly in your browser.
No. The text is processed on the page so you can use the tool for quick checks and drafts.
Last updated: March 2026
Explore more text utilities related to this page for faster editing, cleanup, conversion, and analysis.