A practical example
A 500-word article
Paste the article to verify the exact word and character totals. The reading estimate uses a general pace of about 225 words per minute.
Word Counter
Paste or type your text. The counts update as you write.
Your work stays in this browser.
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How to use the Word Counter
Word Counter measures a draft as you type or paste it. The four live totals make it easy to check a school assignment, article, social caption, application, or any form with a length requirement.
Add your text
Paste a draft or type directly into the text box.
Read the live totals
Words, characters, sentences, and estimated reading time update with every change.
Revise or clear
Edit until the text fits your target, then use Clear text when you are finished.
What to know
- Hyphenation and unusual spacing can affect how any word counter divides words.
- Sentence totals use common ending punctuation and may treat abbreviations differently from an editor.
Questions people ask
Does the counter save my writing?
No. The text is processed in your browser and is not saved by the tool.
Are spaces included in the character count?
Yes. The character total includes letters, punctuation, spaces, and line breaks.