What is Word Counter?
Check the length of an essay, post, document or message. Counts update as you type or paste text.
Paste or type text to see word, character, sentence and paragraph counts. Analysis runs locally in your browser.
How to use this tool
- 1
Paste or type your text in the editor.
- 2
Review live counts for words, characters, sentences and paragraphs.
- 3
Copy the word and character summary or clear the editor to start again.
Features
- Words, characters with and without spaces
- Sentence and paragraph counts
- Private local text analysis
Example
Paste a 250-word article draft to confirm it fits an editorial limit.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?+
A word is a sequence of letters or numbers, optionally containing internal apostrophes or hyphens.
Is my text saved?+
No. The text is held only in the current page state and is not uploaded.
About this word counter
Word Counter is part of itotii’s free collection of browser-based utilities. It is designed for a quick workflow: find the tool, complete the task and keep control of your files and data.
Output depends on your input and browser support. Review the result before using it in a published or important document.