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Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and reading time as you type.
Your files stay on your device and are never uploaded
How to count words in your text
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- Your counts update instantly as you type.
- Check reading time and your most-used words below.
Also known as: character counter, count words, letter counter, word count tool, essay word counter, count characters online, reading time calculator.
Questions & answers
Does it count Arabic text?
Yes. Words and characters are counted correctly in Arabic and most other languages.
Is my text saved anywhere?
Only in your own browser, so it’s still there if you reload. It is never uploaded.
How is reading time calculated?
It uses an average reading speed of about 238 words per minute, and 150 for speaking.
Is it really free?
Yes. Every Kindkit tool is free with no limits, no watermarks and no sign-up. There is no paid version.