Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in your text instantly and for free with this simple browser-based word and character counter.
Designed to process your files locally in your browser. Zerdly does not intentionally upload or store them unless this page says otherwise.
Counts
- Words
- 0
- Characters
- 0
- Characters (no spaces)
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Lines
- 0
- Reading time
- 1 min
How to use this calculator
- Type or paste your text — the counts update live.
How it works
Counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and lines, and estimates reading time at about 200 words per minute.
Worked example
"Hello world.". 2 words, 12 characters, 1 sentence.
Common mistakes
- Assuming character counts include spaces the same way everywhere — check which figure a platform wants.
- Pasting formatted text and counting hidden characters; paste as plain text for an accurate count.
Frequently asked questions
What does the word counter measure?
Words, characters with and without spaces, sentences and reading time, updating live as you type or paste.
Is my text stored?
No — counting happens in your browser as you type, and nothing is uploaded or saved.
How is reading time estimated?
At about 200 words per minute, an average adult silent-reading speed. Technical or dense text will read more slowly.
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Cite this tool
Zerdly. (2026). Word & Character Counter. Retrieved from https://www.zerdly.com/tools/word-counter/
Tip: Enter any known values to calculate the remaining results.
Designed to run locally in your browser. Tool inputs are not intentionally stored by Zerdly unless stated otherwise.