Word & Character Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in any text instantly as you type.
About this tool
Whether you are writing a meta description with a 160-character limit, a tweet, an essay with a word minimum, or an ad with strict length rules, you need accurate counts. This word counter updates live as you type and shows words, characters, sentences and paragraphs at once — no button to press, and your text never leaves your browser.
How to use
- 1 Paste or type your text into the box.
- 2 The word, character, sentence and paragraph counts update instantly.
- 3 Edit your text until it fits your target length.
Why use this tool
- Live counting with no clicks — see limits as you write.
- Four metrics at once: words, characters, sentences, paragraphs.
- 100% private: counting happens locally in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
Do spaces count as characters?
Yes — the character count includes spaces, which is the standard used by most platforms with character limits.
How are words counted?
Any sequence of characters separated by spaces counts as one word, the same method used by Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
Is my text stored anywhere?
No. The text stays in your browser and is never uploaded or saved.
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By the SkillNexy Team · Last updated: 2026-07-12 · 100% free · Runs locally in your browser — nothing is uploaded.