Word Counter
Instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time. Free, browser-based — your text never leaves your device.
All counting happens locally in your browser. Your text is never uploaded or stored.
Six stats in one
Counts words, total characters, characters without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time — all updating live as you type.
Reading time estimate
Reading time is calculated at 238 words per minute — the average adult reading speed — so you can instantly gauge how long your content will take to read.
Private — no upload
All counting runs entirely in your browser. Your text is never sent to a server or stored anywhere outside your device.
How to use the Word Counter
- Paste or type your text into the box above.
- Stats update instantly as you type — words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time.
- Use the Copy button to copy your text, or Clear to reset.
Why use an online word counter?
Word count limits apply across almost every writing context — blog posts, academic essays, social media captions, job applications, and grant submissions. Knowing your word count in real time prevents rewrites at submission and helps you hit platform-specific targets. The reading time estimate is especially useful for content marketers and bloggers who want to signal article length to readers before they click.
Privacy — your text stays on your device
ConvertForge processes your text entirely in your browser using JavaScript. No text is ever sent to a server, logged, or stored. You can use the word counter with sensitive drafts, confidential documents, or private notes without any privacy concerns.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Based on an average adult reading speed of 238 words per minute.
Does it count hyphenated words as one or two?
Hyphenated words like "well-known" are counted as one word, since they are separated by a hyphen with no spaces.
How are paragraphs counted?
Paragraphs are separated by blank lines. A single block of text with no blank lines counts as one paragraph.
Is my text sent to a server?
No. All counting runs entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored.