Word and Character Counter is a free tool that shows the word, character, sentence, and paragraph count of your text as you type. It's useful for tracking how much room you have left when writing something with a length limit — an essay, a social media post, or an SEO meta description. It also estimates reading time so you get a sense of how long your content takes to read. All of it is calculated locally in your browser, updating live as you type.
How to Use It
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- See word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts instantly.
- Check the estimated reading time.
- Keep editing — the counters update with every change.
Use Cases
- Writing for character-limited platforms like Twitter/X
- Tracking a word count target for an essay or assignment
- Checking the length of an SEO meta description or title
- Estimating how long a piece of text takes to read
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the counters update?
Instantly as you type — no button required.
Are spaces included in the character count?
Both the with-spaces and without-spaces character counts are shown separately.
How is reading time calculated?
It's estimated using an average adult reading speed of about 200 words per minute.
Is my text saved anywhere?
No, your text is only processed in your browser and is never sent or stored anywhere.