Free text and developer tool
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
Result
Enter values and run the tool.
How this tool works
The counter separates words at whitespace, counts visible characters with and without spaces, detects sentence-ending punctuation, and estimates reading time at 200 words per minute.
Worked example
“Instant tools save time.” contains four words, 24 characters including spaces, and one sentence.
Frequently asked questions
Does punctuation count as a word?
Punctuation attached to text does not create an extra word; words are separated by whitespace.
How is reading time estimated?
The estimate uses an average reading speed of 200 words per minute.
Is my text uploaded?
No. Counting runs locally in your browser.