Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs.
In short
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs.
Formula: Words are counted as Unicode letter or number sequences, with internal apostrophes supported.
Your input is processed locally in your browser. It is not saved, logged, or sent with analytics.
Word count
Enter a value to begin.
What this calculator does
Analyze text locally with useful counts and a quick reading-time estimate.
Use it to turn Text into a checked result you can compare, copy, or rerun with different assumptions.
The page shows the formula, a numeric worked example, and the assumptions that affect this text tools calculation.
Inputs and what they mean
- Text
- — text value.
How to use it
- Paste or enter content in the editor.
- Adjust any options for the result you need.
- Copy or download the locally processed output.
Formula
Words are counted as Unicode letter or number sequences, with internal apostrophes supported.
Inputs used: Text.
Worked example
Count a short paragraph
- Start with Text: Free Calculator processes this text locally..
- Apply the method: Words are counted as Unicode letter or number sequences, with internal apostrophes supported.
- See word, character, sentence, paragraph, and reading-time totals.
Reading the result
The word count appears in the output box and can be copied straight out. Nothing you paste leaves your browser.
Limitations and assumptions
- The result depends on the values you enter for this word counter; it does not supply missing rates, rules, prices, dates, or assumptions for you.
Common questions
Is my input uploaded?
No. Your input is processed locally in your browser and is not sent to the server or included in analytics.
Can I use the word counter output elsewhere?
Yes. Use Copy, or Download when available, after reviewing the output.
How do I use the Word Counter?
Enter the required values for Text. The calculator applies the formula on this page and shows the main result with any supporting breakdown so you can check the arithmetic.
What formula does the Word Counter use?
Words are counted as Unicode letter or number sequences, with internal apostrophes supported. The visible formula section above lists the calculation path and the edge cases the page handles, so the result can be checked without relying on the form alone.
Can the Word Counter be used for exact decisions?
Use it as a calculation aid, not as a substitute for checking the underlying rule, contract, policy, or professional advice that applies to your situation. When a result depends on local rules, personal details, prices, or dates, enter those values yourself and confirm them before acting.
Cite this page
Free Calculator. (n.d.). Word Counter. https://freecalculator.tech/tools/word-counter
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