Word, Character and Sentence Counter
Paste text to count words, characters, sentences and reading time instantly.
Count words, characters, and sentences
The counter reports several measurements from the same pasted text. Word totals are useful for assignments and drafts, character totals help with form and platform limits, and sentence totals provide a quick structural check. Estimated reading time is an approximation rather than a promise about every reader.
Sentence boundaries are inferred from punctuation. Abbreviations, initials, decimal numbers, headings, bullet fragments, and text without final punctuation can make automatic sentence counts differ from a word processor. Use the destination application's own count when a formal submission rule depends on it.
How to Use Free Word Counter
Free Word Counter measures real drafts, descriptions, essays, posts, and pasted copy for length and reading-time checks.
- Paste only the text you want counted so menus, footers, and copied navigation do not distort the totals.
- Choose the count that matters for the destination, such as words, characters, sentences, or reading time.
- Count the text, revise it, and rerun after major edits so limits and readability stay current.
- Pasted navigation, boilerplate, or hidden text can make the totals look higher than the real draft.
- Keep the revised text with the required limit or platform name so later edits stay within range.
Things to Check
- Pasted navigation text can distort totals.
- Very long manuscripts or copied page dumps can slow the browser; count smaller sections on mobile.
- Check the final copy in the form, CMS, document, or submission field that enforces the limit.
Helpful FAQ
When is this tool most useful?
Use it when checking essays, meta copy, social posts, product descriptions, applications, or any text with a length target.
What should I inspect before using the output?
Check word count, character limits, sentence length, reading time, pasted noise, and whether the text still reads naturally.
Does this replace a specialist editor?
For grammar, plagiarism, accessibility, or editorial quality, pair the count with a writing review.
How is reading time calculated?
The tool estimates reading time by dividing the total word count by an average reading speed of about 250 words per minute. Actual speed varies by audience, topic, and formatting.
Related text cleanup
If copied text includes broken line wraps, repeated phrases, or duplicate rows before counting, clean it first with the Find and Replace Text Tool.
Maintained by Taimour Husnain.