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Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly. Type or paste your content to see live text statistics with no sign-up required.
✓ No file uploads ✓ No sign-up ✓ Free to use
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Start typing or paste content below. Counts update automatically.
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Results change as you edit your text.
A LITTLE KNOW-HOW
Word Counter Online – Count Words & Characters for Free
About This Word Counter
The free Word Counter from I Love Tools helps you count the number of words and characters in your text quickly and easily.
Whether you’re writing a blog post, completing an assignment, preparing a social media caption or editing website content, knowing your word count can help you stay within the required length.
Simply type or paste your text into the editor. The tool automatically calculates your total words, characters with spaces, characters without spaces, estimated sentences, paragraphs and reading time.
There is no need to upload a document or click a separate counting button. Results update as you make changes to your text.
You can also copy your content or clear the editor to start again.
Frequently asked questions
Is this word counter free?
Yes. The Word Counter from I Love Tools is free to use and requires no registration or paid service.
Does the tool count words automatically?
Yes. The word count updates as you type, paste or delete text. You do not need to press a Calculate button.
Does the character count include spaces?
Yes. The Total Characters statistic includes spaces and other whitespace. The Characters Without Spaces statistic excludes whitespace.
Can I count words in an essay or article?
Yes. Copy your essay, article or other written content into the text box to see its total words, characters and additional statistics.
Does the word counter support mobile phones?
Yes. The tool has a responsive layout that works on mobile phones, tablets and desktop browsers.
Is my text saved or uploaded?
The widget does not upload or remotely store your text. It processes the content locally in your browser. You can clear the text using the Clear Text button.