Word & Character Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, and more — updates live as you type.

Use our free word counter and character counter to check essay length, social media limits, blog post size, or any text. Paste your content below and get instant counts — no upload, no account required.
0 Words
0 Characters
0 Chars (no spaces)
0 Sentences
0 Paragraphs
0 Lines
0 min Reading time
0 min Speaking time

Your text never leaves your browser

How to Use the Word Counter

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Paste your text

Type directly or paste from Word, Google Docs, email, or any app.

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See live counts

Words, characters, sentences, and reading time update as you edit.

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Copy or clear

Copy all stats with one click, or clear the box to start over.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the word counter work?

Type or paste your text into the box. Word count, character count, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time update instantly as you type.

Is my text sent to a server?

No. All counting happens in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.

What counts as a word?

Words are separated by spaces. Multiple spaces between words are treated as one separator.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute. Speaking time uses 130 words per minute.

Free Word and Character Counter for Writers

Whether you are writing an essay with a word limit, crafting a social post, preparing a blog article, or checking a résumé length, a reliable word counter online saves time. Site95 counts words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, and lines — plus estimated reading and speaking time — live as you type.

Why use a browser word counter?

Desktop editors bury counts in menus. Cloud tools may store drafts on servers you do not control. Site95 runs entirely in your browser: paste or type, see counts update instantly, and leave with nothing stored on our side. That makes it suitable for confidential drafts, client copy, and exam-style writing limits.

Common uses

  • Students checking assignment and abstract word limits
  • Bloggers and SEOs targeting article length
  • Marketers verifying ad copy and caption limits
  • Job seekers keeping résumés and cover letters concise
  • Speakers estimating talk duration from word count

How reading time is estimated

Reading time is an approximation based on average adult reading speed. Speaking time assumes a typical presentation pace. Treat both as guidance — adjust for dense technical text or slow delivery.

For a deeper walkthrough, read how to use a word counter for essays. Want to measure speed? Take our free typing speed test. Explore more free tools on the Site95 homepage.