Word Counter & Text Analyzer
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimate reading time instantly.
What is this tool?
The Word Counter and Text Analyzer provides real-time writing statistics as you type or paste text. It measures total word count, character count (with and without spaces), sentence count, paragraph count, and estimates average reading time based on a standard 200 words-per-minute pace.
How to analyze text and count words
- Type or paste your text directly into the main editor area.
- View the dynamic metric cards updating live above the editor.
- Check your character count with and without spaces to meet platform limits.
- Review the estimated reading time to gauge content pacing.
Key Features
- Real-time word, character, sentence, and paragraph counters
- Character count with and without spaces for strict social media character limits
- Estimated reading time calculation based on average adult reading speeds
- Zero server transmission—your private drafts stay on your device
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is calculated using an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute (WPM). The total word count is divided by 200 to give minutes and remaining seconds.
What is the difference between character count with and without spaces?
Character count with spaces includes every letter, number, symbol, and whitespace character. Character count without spaces ignores spaces, tabs, and newlines, which is useful for academic or publishing requirements.
Does this tool count hyphenated or compound words?
Standard word boundary splitting treats hyphenated words as single words unless separated by whitespace.
Can I use this word counter for essays, articles, or social media posts?
Yes. It is designed for tracking essay word limits, blog post lengths, Twitter/X character limits, and SEO meta description lengths.
Is my text saved or sent to any server?
No. All text parsing and counting occurs locally in your browser memory. Your drafts, essays, and confidential notes are never stored or uploaded.
Privacy First
Your text is analyzed strictly in your browser memory. No text is saved, logged, or uploaded.