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6 words · 45 characters · 2 sentences · 1 paragraph
Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly as you type. Free online word counter with reading time, top keywords and no character limits.
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Results
Words
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Characters (with spaces) | |
| Characters (no spaces) | |
| Sentences | |
| Paragraphs | |
| Unique words | |
| Average word length | |
| Reading time |
What is this calculator for?
Instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and unique words in any text, with reading time — live as you type.
How to Use This Calculator
Enter the values below, then press Calculate (or press Enter). The calculator updates your results instantly. Try different values to see how your inputs change the outcome.
- Type or paste your text — enter a value. A typical Type or paste your text would be Start typing or paste your text here....
- Review your results — the key output is highlighted, with supporting figures below.
What You'll Need
- Type or paste your text
- a value · required
About This Calculator
This free Word Counter updates live as you type or paste. It counts words (whitespace-separated tokens), characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, unique words, average word length, and estimates reading time at roughly 200 words per minute.
It is ideal for hitting essay word limits, trimming social captions, checking SEO meta-length, and estimating narration or reading duration. Everything runs locally in your browser.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a character or word limit?
No. You can paste documents of any length; counts update live without any limit.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time = word count ÷ 200 words-per-minute, rounded up to a sensible display (e.g. “3 min”).