Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs instantly.
Paste or type your text to instantly see the word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, and paragraph count. This tool runs entirely in your browser—no data is uploaded anywhere.
Statistics update automatically as you type
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What is Word Counter?
Word Counter is a free online tool that counts the number of words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in any text. It provides instant, accurate statistics as you type. Unlike other word counters, this tool processes everything locally in your browser, so your text remains completely private.
When Should You Use This Tool?
Use this word counter when you need to meet specific word limits for essays, articles, social media posts, or any other content. It's perfect for students checking assignment requirements, writers tracking their progress, SEO specialists optimizing content length, and anyone who needs quick text statistics.
How to Use Word Counter
- 1Paste your text into the input area, or start typing directly.
- 2View the real-time statistics displayed above the text area.
- 3Check word count, character count (with/without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs.
- 4Copy your text using the Copy button or Cmd/Ctrl+C keyboard shortcut.
- 5Clear the text with the Clear button to start over.
How Does This Tool Work?
This word counter uses JavaScript running directly in your browser. When you type or paste text, the tool instantly analyzes it using standard text parsing algorithms. Words are counted by splitting on whitespace, sentences by detecting punctuation marks, and paragraphs by counting line breaks. All processing happens on your device—no data is ever sent to a server.
Privacy Note: Runs entirely in your browser. Your data never leaves your device. No file uploads to any server.
Common Use Cases
Students
Check essay word counts for assignment requirements. Many schools require specific word limits.
Writers
Track article length and ensure content meets publishing guidelines.
SEO Specialists
Verify meta descriptions (under 160 characters) and title tags (under 60 characters).
Social Media Managers
Check character limits for Twitter (280), LinkedIn, and other platforms.