How to use the Word Counter
- Paste or type your text.
- Counts update as you type.
About this tool
Handy for essays with word limits, SEO meta descriptions (about 155 characters), tweets (280 characters) and assignments. Reading time assumes an average of 225 words per minute. Your text is saved only in this browser so you don’t lose it if the page reloads.
Frequently asked questions
Does it count Hindi and other languages?
Yes, words in any script (Hindi, Tamil, Bengali and more) are counted.
Is my text stored online?
No — it stays in your own browser.