Live word and character counts as you type
Whether you're fitting an essay into a limit, a bio into 160 characters, or a speech into five minutes, paste or type your text and every statistic updates instantly: words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading and speaking time.
Everything is computed locally — your writing is never uploaded, logged, or stored.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text sent to a server?
No. Counting happens live in your browser as you type — essays, cover letters, and drafts never leave your device.
How is reading time calculated?
At 225 words per minute, a common average for adult silent reading. Speaking time uses 130 words per minute, a comfortable presentation pace.
What counts as a word?
Any run of characters separated by spaces or line breaks. Hyphenated words like “well-known” count as one word, matching how most word processors count.