Free Tool
Word Counter
Paste any text and instantly see word count, character count, sentences, paragraphs, reading time, speaking time, and vocabulary stats. Free, no sign-up, runs entirely in your browser.
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Words
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Characters
with spaces
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Sentences
0
Paragraphs
0 min
Reading Time
@ 238 wpm
0 min
Speaking Time
@ 150 wpm
0 words
Avg Sentence
0
Unique Words
0% diversity
0
Characters (no spaces)
0 words
Longest Sentence
Know your word count. Prove your authorship.
A word counter tells you how long your text is. It cannot tell you who wrote it. If you need to prove that your writing is human-authored, Humanums captures behavioral signals during writing and issues a signed certificate with a public verification page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does this word counter work?+
Paste or type text into the box. The tool instantly counts words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, reading time, speaking time, and vocabulary diversity. All analysis runs in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.
Is this word counter free?+
Yes. Completely free with no sign-up, no limits, and no ads.
How is reading time calculated?+
Reading time uses 238 words per minute (average adult reading speed). Speaking time uses 150 words per minute (average speaking pace for presentations).
Is my text stored or sent anywhere?+
No. Everything runs locally in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.
Can I use this for essays and academic papers?+
Yes. Use it to check word count requirements for essays, dissertations, articles, or any writing with a length constraint. If you also need to prove the work is human-authored, try Humanums certification.