Word Counter
Count words, characters, and approximate reading time without sending your text anywhere.
Result
Private by design
The counting happens locally in your browser. Text entered here is not submitted to a server by this page.
How it works
Paste or type your text. The counter splits the text on spaces and line breaks to count words, counts every character with and without spaces, and estimates reading time at about 238 words per minute, a common average for adult readers.
Worked example
Example: The sentence "The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog." has 9 words.
Characters: 44 with spaces and 36 without spaces.
Reading time: under one minute.
A 1,000-word essay takes about 4.2 minutes to read.
Common questions
Is my text saved or sent anywhere?
No. Counting happens in your browser. Your text is not uploaded.
How many pages is 1,000 words?
About 2 pages single spaced or 4 pages double spaced, using a common 12-point font.
Are hyphenated words counted as one word?
Yes. Words are split on spaces, so "well-known" counts as one word.