How to Count Words in a Text (Free Word Counter)

Whether you're writing an essay with a word limit, a meta description, or a social post, knowing your exact count matters.

Count your words

1. Open Word Counter.
2. Type or paste your text.
3. See words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time update live.

It runs entirely in your browser — your text is never sent anywhere.

Handy limits to remember

• Meta description: ~155 characters
• Tweet/X post: 280 characters
• Reading time: about 200 words per minute

Count now: Word Counter →