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Word & Character Counter

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Paste or type text to instantly count words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading and speaking time. Your text stays in this browser tab and is never sent anywhere.

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How to use Word & Character Counter

  1. 1

    Paste or type your text.

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    See the counts update as you type.

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    Check keyword density and reading time.

Features

  • Words, characters, sentences, paragraphs
  • Reading and speaking time
  • Top keywords
  • Text is kept only in this tab

Frequently asked questions

Does the character count include spaces?

Both are shown: characters with spaces and characters without spaces.

How is reading time calculated?

At 238 words per minute (average adult silent reading speed). Speaking time uses 150 words per minute.

Can I check keyword density?

Yes. The most frequent words in your text are listed with their counts, so you can spot repetition.

Is anything I enter sent to a server?

No. Word & Character Counter runs entirely in your browser, so the text and details you enter never leave your device.

Is Word & Character Counter free?

Yes. It is completely free, with no sign-up and no watermarks.