Word counter
FavoritePaste text into our free word counter. See words, characters, lines, and paragraphs at once. No sign-up.
How it works
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Enter your data
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Instant result
Everything runs on your device. We do not get a copy.
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How this free word counter works
A word counter tells you how long a piece of text is. Students use it for essays. Writers use it for articles. People also need a character count for bios and captions.
Paste or type in the box. Numbers update at once: words, characters, characters without spaces, lines, and paragraphs.
The count stays on your computer. Keep the tab open and edit until the number matches the limit you were given.
When it helps
- School essays
- Blog posts
- Captions and bios
- Any box with a max length
What you see
- Words
- Characters
- Characters without spaces
- Lines and paragraphs
Common questions
What does a word counter do?
It counts how many words are in your text. This word counter also shows characters, lines, and paragraphs.
How do I use an online word counter?
Paste or type your text into the box. The counts update right away so you can hit a limit.
Does a word counter count characters too?
Yes. You see words plus characters with and without spaces while you edit.
Is my text uploaded to the word counter?
No. Counting happens on your device. We do not store the text.
Can I use this word counter for essays and captions?
Yes. It helps with school limits, social captions, and any box that has a max length.