No. Counting happens entirely in your browser, so your text never leaves your device.

Does it count characters with and without spaces?

Yes, both totals are shown, along with words, sentences, paragraphs and lines.

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Word counter

Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs live as you type, with reading and speaking time. Great for essays, articles and social posts.

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🔒 Your text is counted entirely on your device — never uploaded.

How to count words and characters

Get instant word, character, sentence and paragraph counts plus reading and speaking time as you type or paste.

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1. Type or paste

Drop your text in — counts update live with every keystroke.

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2. Read the stats

See words, characters with and without spaces, sentences and paragraphs.

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3. Plan your time

Estimate reading and speaking time for posts, essays and speeches.

Word and character counts matter for essays and assignments with limits, SEO titles and meta descriptions, social posts (tweets, captions, bios), abstracts, and speeches where timing counts. Everything is calculated in your browser, so even sensitive drafts stay private. For richer editing, try the auto-saving Online Notepad or Text Tools.

Word counter FAQ

How is reading time calculated?

About 225 words per minute for reading and 130 for speaking.

Is my text uploaded?

No — counting happens entirely in your browser.

Characters with and without spaces?

Both are shown, plus words, sentences, paragraphs and lines.