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Word & Character Counter
Free · No sign-up · Works in your browser
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Words
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Characters
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No Spaces
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
1m
Read Time
1m
Speak Time
About Word Counter
This free word counter tool counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs. It also estimates reading time (at 200 wpm) and speaking time (at 130 wpm).
Perfect for essays, blog posts, social media character limits (Twitter: 280 chars, Instagram: 2,200 chars), and more.
Quick answer
Word & Character Counter is a free browser tool from SimpleCounter. Free online word counter and character counter. Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs instantly. Estimate reading and speaking time. No signup. Enter your values and the result updates as you type — there is nothing to install and no account to create.
- Definition: Word & Character Counter
- A word & character counter takes the numbers you enter and returns the result using the standard formula for that calculation, so you do not have to work it out by hand.
Key facts
| Cost | Free, with no account and no usage limit. |
|---|---|
| Where the maths happens | In your browser. The values you type are not sent to a server. |
| Devices | Any modern browser on phone, tablet, laptop or desktop. |
| Accuracy | Standard published formulas, shown with the units you selected. |
| Intended use | Estimates for everyday and educational use, not professional advice. |
How to use the word & character counter
- Type your value into the first field.
- Choose the unit or option that matches your figures, if the tool offers a choice.
- Read the result — it recalculates immediately, with no submit button.
- Change any input to compare a second scenario side by side.
How this page relates to the rest of the site
- Type of
- Free online tool
- Related tools
- Online counter, Online stopwatch
- Explained in
- Guides and how-tos
- Published by
- SimpleCounter
Disclaimer: This tool is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Results are estimates based on standard formulas and the inputs you provide. For financial, medical, legal, or tax decisions, consult a qualified professional. See our full disclaimer.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to count words in text?
Simply paste or type your text into the text area above. Our word counter instantly shows the word count, character count, sentence count, and more.
Does this count spaces as characters?
We show both: total characters (with spaces) and characters without spaces, so you have both counts available.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, which is the average adult reading speed. Speaking time uses 130 words per minute.
Benefits of using the Word & Character Counter
What you actually get compared with a mechanical clicker, a notes app, or trying to hold the number in your head.
Your count survives real life
Totals are saved on your device as you go, so a locked screen, a closed tab, or a lost signal does not reset anything.
Works offline once loaded
Install it to your home screen and it keeps working in a warehouse, a pool hall, a field, or a plane — no connection needed.
Private by default
Counts stay in your browser. There is no cloud sync, no profile, and nothing about what you count is sent to us.
Free, with no sign-up
Works offline once loaded
Counts stay on your device
Installable as an app
Runs in your browser — nothing to download
72+ counter types available
Share your setup
We publish only real, attributed feedback here — so this space is intentionally empty until we have your words to put in it. Tell us what you use the word & character counter for and we will add your story, with your name, to this page.
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