Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text. Get reading time estimation and keyword density analysis.
Count Summary
Words
Characters
Sentences
Paragraphs
Detailed Statistics
Character Statistics
- Characters (with spaces) 0
- Characters (without spaces) 0
- Letters 0
- Numbers 0
Word Statistics
- Unique Words 0
- Average Word Length 0
- Reading Time 0 min
- Speaking Time 0 min
Keyword Density
Detailed Usage Instructions
Getting Started
- Input Text: Type directly into the text area or paste content from your clipboard using the "Paste from Clipboard" button
- Real-time Analysis: Watch as statistics update automatically while you type
- Clear Text: Use the "Clear Text" button to start fresh
Understanding the Statistics
- Words: Total number of words (separated by spaces or punctuation)
- Characters: Total character count including spaces
- Sentences: Count based on periods, question marks, and exclamation points
- Paragraphs: Sections separated by double line breaks
Advanced Features
- Reading Time: Estimated time to read at 225 words per minute
- Speaking Time: Estimated time to speak at 130 words per minute
- Unique Words: Count of distinct words in your text
- Average Word Length: Mean character count per word
- Keyword Density: Frequency analysis of most common words
Privacy & Security
Common Use Cases
Academic Writing
- Meet essay word count requirements
- Check thesis and dissertation lengths
- Analyze research paper structure
- Ensure abstract stays within limits
Content Creation
- Optimize blog post lengths for SEO
- Create social media posts within limits
- Write product descriptions
- Develop email marketing content
Professional Writing
- Draft business proposals and reports
- Create executive summaries
- Write job applications and cover letters
- Prepare presentation scripts
SEO & Marketing
- Analyze keyword density in content
- Optimize meta descriptions
- Check content length for search rankings
- Monitor competitor content analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What Users Say
"Perfect for my academic writing! The real-time counting helps me stay within essay limits, and the reading time feature is incredibly useful for presentations."
"As a content creator, I use this daily for blog posts and social media. The keyword density analysis is a game-changer for SEO optimization!"
"Simple, fast, and reliable. I love that it works offline and doesn't store my data. The detailed statistics give me everything I need for professional reports."
"Incredibly accurate word counting that matches Microsoft Word perfectly. The interface is clean and the real-time updates make writing so much easier."
"Essential tool for my teaching work. I use it to check student assignments and create materials with specific word counts. The speaking time feature is perfect for lesson planning."
About Word Counting
Word counting is an essential tool for writers, students, and professionals who need to meet specific content length requirements or analyze text statistics.
How Words Are Counted
This word counter defines a word as a string of characters separated by spaces or punctuation. Hyphenated words (like "self-esteem") are counted as one word.
Reading Time Calculation
The reading time is calculated based on the average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute for adults. The speaking time is calculated at approximately 130 words per minute, which is a common pace for public speaking.
Common Uses for Word Counting
- Academic Writing: Ensuring essays and papers meet length requirements
- Content Creation: Maintaining optimal content length for blogs and articles
- SEO Optimization: Analyzing keyword density and content length
- Social Media: Keeping posts within character limits
- Professional Writing: Meeting specifications for reports, proposals, and other documents