Word & Character Counter — Live & Private
Count words, characters, and reading time instantly. Runs locally in your browser—no tracking.
Words
5
Characters
24
No-space chars
20
Paragraphs
1
About this tool
Get live counts for words, characters (with or without spaces), lines, and reading time.
Ideal for writers and social posts.
FAQ
Does the counter upload my text?
No. All counting happens in your browser; nothing is sent to a server.
How are words counted?
We split on non-whitespace sequences (\S+). Counts update as you type.
How is reading time estimated?
By default we use 200 words per minute. You can adjust WPM to fit your audience.
Can I share a prefilled link?
Yes. Your text and WPM are encoded in the URL (?q=...&wpm=200).
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