How to use the word counter
- Type or paste your text into the text area above.
- Watch the statistics update in real time.
- Use the toolbar buttons to clear, paste, upload a .txt file, or copy the statistics.
- All calculations are done locally – your text stays private.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the word counter work?
All calculations are performed locally in your browser. Your text never leaves your device. The tool counts characters with and without spaces, words, sentences, paragraphs, and estimates reading time based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute.
Is there a limit to the text length?
No, you can paste as much text as you want. However, extremely large texts may temporarily affect browser performance.
Can I upload a file?
Yes, you can upload a .txt file using the upload button. The file content will be loaded into the text area.
What counts as a sentence?
Sentences are detected by punctuation marks . ! ? followed by a space or end of string. This heuristic works for most texts.
How is reading time calculated?
We use the average reading speed of 200 words per minute. Reading time = total words / 200, rounded up to the nearest minute.
Do you store my text?
No. All processing happens locally on your device. We do not send or store any text you enter.
About this tool
All calculations are performed locally in your browser – your text never leaves your device. Reading time is estimated based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute.