Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs.
Your input is processed locally in your browser. It is not saved, logged, or sent with analytics.
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Word count
Enter a value to begin.
What this calculator does
Analyze text locally with useful counts and a quick reading-time estimate.
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.
Worked example
Count a short paragraph
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
Results depend entirely on the figures you enter and are rounded for display. They are for general information and education, not professional advice.