Live text counts
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Word and Character Counter
Count words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, and paragraphs in real time. Free and private text counter tool.
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How to use Word and Character Counter
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Paste or type text into the editor.
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Read the live word, character, sentence, paragraph, and reading-time totals.
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Use the cleanup actions when needed, then copy the revised text.
Why use this tool?
Writing cleanup
Remove extra spaces or special characters and capitalize sentences.
Private workspace
Text analysis runs locally without sending the document to an API.
Frequently asked questions
Does the counter include spaces in the character total?
The tool shows character statistics alongside word, sentence, and paragraph counts so you can evaluate text length in real time.
How is reading time estimated?
Reading time is estimated from the word count using an average pace of about 200 words per minute.
Does the word counter calculate reading time?
Yes. Estimated reading and speaking times are calculated automatically based on average comprehension speeds.
Is my text sent to any AI or server?
No. All word counts, reading metrics, and casing modifications happen locally in your browser memory.
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