Free online text tool
Word Counter
Count words and characters instantly with this free online word counter. Paste or type your text below to check word count, character count, sentences, and estimated reading time.
How to use the word counter
- Type into the box or paste text from a document.
- See your word and character counts update automatically.
- Check sentence count and estimated reading time before you submit or publish your writing.
What does this tool count?
The tool shows words, total characters (including spaces), characters without spaces, approximate sentence count, and estimated reading time. Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, so actual time may vary by reader and content.
About Word Counter: Complete Guide
A word counter helps writers measure the length of a draft before submitting or publishing it. Tool Hubs counts words, characters with spaces, characters without spaces, approximate sentences and estimated reading time. Different apps may treat hyphenated terms, symbols and languages differently, so follow the counting rules of your school, publisher or platform when they provide them.
How to Use Word Counter
Step-by-step instructions
1. Paste or type your text into the counter. 2. Review the word and character totals. 3. Edit the draft and check the new count. 4. Copy the finished text when ready.
Common Uses and Benefits
Students checking essay limits; writers reviewing drafts; editors comparing revisions; marketers preparing short descriptions; and site owners checking page copy.
Quality, Accuracy and Limitations
Word counts can differ across apps. Character counts with spaces include whitespace; the no-spaces count excludes it. Sentence and reading-time values are estimates, not formal linguistic analysis.
Practical Tips for Better Results
- Keep an original copy of important text or files before editing or converting.
- Review the result before sharing or relying on it.
- Choose output quality and format based on the destination and purpose.
- For sensitive material, check data handling and use a trusted device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this count words for essays? Yes, it is useful for checking draft length, but follow your institution’s counting rules. Does it count spaces? It provides counts with and without whitespace. Is reading time exact? No, it is an estimate affected by reading speed and subject complexity.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
Words are counted from groups of text separated by whitespace. Hyphenated words may be treated as one word.
Does the counter update automatically?
Yes. Counts update as you type or paste text into the box.
Is my text uploaded?
This counter runs in your browser. The text you enter is not sent to a word-count server by this tool.