Count words and characters
Paste or write text to see live counts for words, characters, and estimated reading time.
Text tool
Word Counter
Count words, characters, and reading time.
Input
Your text
Word count
- Characters
- 0
- Characters without spaces
- 0
- Reading time
- 0 min
Frequently asked questions
A few quick answers before you go.
How are words counted?
Words are separated by whitespace. Character counts include or exclude spaces as labelled.
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