Word Counter
Count words, characters and sentences in your text and estimate reading time.
Result
Words: 5 Characters: 33 Sentences: 1 Estimated reading time: 1 minute(s)
How word counter works
Words are non-empty whitespace-separated groups. Reading time assumes 200 words per minute.
How to use this tool
- Enter your values or text in the tool form.
- Review the result as you change the inputs, or select the action button for code tools.
- Copy the result or download it where a download option is available.
Worked example
A passage with 400 words has an estimated reading time of two minutes.
Accuracy and limits
Hyphenation and languages without spaces can produce different counts in other editors.
Frequently asked questions
How does word counter work?
Words are non-empty whitespace-separated groups. Reading time assumes 200 words per minute.
What should I check before using the result?
Hyphenation and languages without spaces can produce different counts in other editors.
Is Word Counter free to use?
Yes. Word Counter is free, browser-based, and does not require signup.
Does this tool save my data?
Tool inputs are processed on your device. File tools do not upload your files. Website analytics are described in the privacy policy.
Can I use it on mobile?
Yes. The page is responsive and works on modern mobile, tablet, and desktop browsers.
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Open toolReviewed 2026-10-24. By Mahad and Mehdi Developers.