Word Counter
Instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and lines. Get reading time estimates and keyword density analysis — all free.
Reading Time
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Reading Level
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Top Keywords(stop words excluded, top 10)
Enter some text above to see keyword density.
How to Use the Word Counter
Paste Your Text
Type directly into the text box or paste content from a document, blog post, essay, or any other source.
See Stats Instantly
Word count, character count, sentence count, paragraphs, and lines update in real time as you type.
Check Reading Time
Based on the average reading speed of 200 words per minute, see how long it takes to read your content.
Assess Reading Level
A heuristic based on average word length tells you if your text is Easy, Medium, or Complex to read.
Review Keyword Density
The top keywords table (stop words excluded) shows which words you use most — useful for SEO optimisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the word count calculated?
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Words are counted by matching sequences of alphanumeric characters separated by whitespace or punctuation. For example, 'don't' counts as one word and 'New York' counts as two words. This matches the standard definition used by word processors like Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
How is reading time estimated?
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Reading time is estimated using the average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute. The result is rounded up to the nearest whole minute. Content under 200 words shows 'less than 1 min'. Keep in mind that complex technical content may take longer to read than simple prose.
What is reading level and how is it determined?
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The reading level is a basic heuristic based on average word length. Words with an average length under 4.5 characters are classed as Easy, 4.5–5.5 as Medium, and over 5.5 as Complex. For a formal readability score, consider tools that implement the Flesch-Kincaid or Gunning Fog index.
What are stop words and why are they excluded from the keyword table?
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Stop words are very common function words like 'the', 'a', 'is', 'and', 'of' that add little meaningful information. Excluding them from the keyword density table reveals the substantive words in your text, which is far more useful for SEO and content analysis.
Is my text saved or sent to a server?
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No. All processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Nothing you type is ever sent to our servers or stored anywhere. Your content is completely private.