Word Counter
Count characters, words, sentences, and estimated reading time in real time.
Drop a file here, or click to browse
Supports TXT · Markdown · Word (docx) · PDF
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How to Use the Word Counter
- Paste or type text — Every stat updates live as you type: characters with and without spaces, words, Chinese characters, sentences, and reading time.
- Or upload a file — Drop a TXT, Markdown, DOCX, or PDF file (up to 50MB) onto the drop zone and its full text is counted automatically.
- Read the stats — Six cards show the numbers that matter, updated in real time.
Know Exactly Where Your Word Count Stands
Word limits are everywhere: a 500-word essay, a 2,000-word game review brief, a tweet thread, a NaNoWriMo daily target. Guessing wastes editing time — pasting your draft here takes two seconds and tells you precisely where you stand. Writers drafting in plain text editors, students checking essay length, and community managers writing patch notes all get an instant answer. And because counting happens locally in your browser, unpublished drafts and confidential documents never leave your device. No account, no limits, completely free.
Counting Chinese and English Together
Mixed-language documents break most counters: English counts words, Chinese counts characters. This tool reports both — a dedicated Chinese-character counter alongside the word count — so translated patch notes, bilingual posts, and localization drafts get honest numbers either way.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time estimated?
From the average adult silent reading speed (roughly 200–250 words per minute), rounded to the nearest minute. Skimmable lists read faster; dense technical text reads slower.
What files can I upload?
TXT, Markdown, Word (.docx), and PDF up to 50MB. The text is extracted locally in your browser — the file is never uploaded anywhere.
Does the tool store or send my text?
No. All counting runs in your browser tab. Nothing is transmitted, saved, or logged — close the tab and your text is gone.