How to use Word Counter — Free Character, Sentence & Reading Time Counter
- 1Paste or type your text.
- 2See live counts for words, characters, sentences and reading time.
- 3Copy your text back out any time.
About Word Counter
Whether you're hitting an essay word count, staying under a caption or meta-description limit, or timing a script for a video, this counter gives you every number you actually need at once instead of switching tools.
The most-used-words list is a quick way to spot repetition before you publish — if the same word shows up far more than the rest, it might be worth varying your wording.
Everything updates live as you type, and your text is never sent anywhere — it's counted entirely on your device.
Frequently asked questions
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
Both — shown as separate figures so you can match whichever limit you're working against.
How is reading time calculated?
Using an average adult silent reading speed of about 200 words per minute, and about 130 words per minute for speaking time.
Is there a word or character limit?
No — paste as much text as you like; everything is counted instantly in your browser.
What are the 'most used words'?
The words that appear most often in your text, excluding very common words like 'the' and 'and' so the list is actually useful.
Is it free?
Yes, unlimited and free, with no sign-up.