Paste any text to see word count, character count, sentence count, and estimated reading time updated live as you type.
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Paste any text to see word count, character count, sentence count, and estimated reading time updated live as you type.
Add your input to the workspace above, review the result, then copy or download it when it's ready. No account or installation is required.
Word & Character Counter runs in your browser, so the information you enter stays on your device instead of being uploaded to a server.
A few worked examples so you know what to expect before you paste in your own input.
Input
The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog.
Output
9 words · 44 characters · 1 sentence · <1 min read
Input
Hello world
Output
2 words · 11 characters · 1 sentence · <1 min read
Input
Wait. What? Really!
Output
3 words · 19 characters · 3 sentences · <1 min read
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