Does this tool store my text?

No. All processing happens in your browser. Nothing is sent to our servers.

What counts as a word?

Words are sequences of characters separated by whitespace.

Can I use it for essay word-count limits?

Yes. The live count updates as you type, so you can watch your total against an assignment or submission limit without switching tabs.

Does it work with languages other than English?

Yes, it counts words and characters correctly for most languages, including those with accented or non-Latin characters.

Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real time with our free online word counter — ideal for essays, blogs, SEO content, and social posts.

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Overview

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real time with our free online word counter — ideal for essays, blogs, SEO content, and social posts.

Benefits

Instant counts as you type
Works entirely in your browser for privacy
No account or installation required
Shows words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs

Use Cases

Blog and article length targets
Academic essays and assignments
Social media character planning
SEO meta description drafting

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How to Use

Paste or type your text in the input box.
Results update automatically as you type.
Review word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts.

FAQ

Does this tool store my text?: No. All processing happens in your browser. Nothing is sent to our servers.
What counts as a word?: Words are sequences of characters separated by whitespace.
Can I use it for essay word-count limits?: Yes. The live count updates as you type, so you can watch your total against an assignment or submission limit without switching tabs.
Does it work with languages other than English?: Yes, it counts words and characters correctly for most languages, including those with accented or non-Latin characters.

About Word Counter

Our free Word Counter helps writers, students, and marketers hit exact length targets. Use it for essays, blog posts, social captions, and SEO content without installing software. Because everything runs locally in your browser, your draft is never uploaded anywhere, which makes it safe for unpublished or confidential writing.