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Runs locally in your browser

Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly.

Words
0
Characters
0
Without spaces
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
0
Reading time
0 min

Paste a draft and watch the counts update as you type. This page is for writers who need a live word count before a deadline, a brief, or a form limit.

The counter runs in your browser. Nothing you paste is uploaded to Pocket Caliper.

How to use

  1. Paste or type your text.
  2. Read live word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts.
  3. Use reading time as a quick estimate at 200 words per minute.

How it works

Words are split on whitespace. Sentences follow common end marks. Paragraphs are blocks separated by a blank line.

Reading time divides the word count by 200 words per minute. Use the dedicated reading-time tool if you need a custom pace.

Examples

  • Short caption

    A 12-word caption shows a sub-minute read and a tight character total for social posts.

  • Article draft

    A 900-word draft lands near four and a half minutes at a standard reading pace.

FAQ

Does this count hyphenated words as one word?

Yes. Hyphenated tokens without spaces count as a single word.

Are spaces included in the character total?

The main character count includes spaces. A second figure excludes them.

Is my text stored?

No. Counting happens locally in this tab.

How is reading time estimated?

Words divided by 200 per minute, rounded for display.

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