Word Counter — Count Words, Characters, Sentences & Paragraphs
Paste or type any text to instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time. Also shows keyword density for SEO analysis.
Used by students checking essay word counts, writers tracking article length, bloggers optimizing for SEO, and professionals editing documents.
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Reading time
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Unique words
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Top keywords (word density)
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How to Use the Word Counter
Simply type or paste your text into the box above. Results update instantly as you type — no button needed.
Common word count requirements
Blog post: 1,500–2,500 words · Short article: 500–800 words Essay: 1,500–3,000 words · Tweet: max 280 characters · Meta description: 150–160 characters
Reading time
Estimated at 238 words per minute (average adult). Speaking time at 130 words per minute.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is this word counter?
Splits text by whitespace — matches Microsoft Word and Google Docs. Numbers and hyphenated words each count as one word.
Does it work for other languages?
Yes — works for any language that uses spaces between words including French, Spanish, German, Portuguese and others.
What is keyword density?
How often a word appears relative to total words. For SEO, aim for 1-2% for your target keyword.