#Free Tool

Word Counter & Readability Analyzer

Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real time. Get reading time estimates and readability scores instantly. 100% free, works entirely in your browser.

Words
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Characters
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Characters (no spaces)
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Avg. Word Length
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Reading Time
0 sec
Speaking Time
0 sec

Flesch Reading Ease

Very Difficult
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0 = very hard, 100 = very easy. Aim for 60-70 for general audiences.

Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level

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Corresponds to a U.S. school grade level. A score of 8 means an 8th grader can understand the text. Aim for 7-8 for broad readability.

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Why use this word counter?

Instant results

Every stat updates in real time as you type. No buttons to click, no waiting, no page reloads.

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Readability scoring

Get Flesch Reading Ease and Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level scores. Know exactly how accessible your writing is.

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Word frequency analysis

See your top 10 most-used words at a glance. Spot repetition and diversify your vocabulary.

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100% private

Your text never leaves your browser. No server calls, no data collection, no cookies. Completely private.

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Reading & speaking time

Know how long it takes to read (200 wpm) or speak (130 wpm) your text. Perfect for presentations and speeches.

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Works everywhere

Desktop, tablet, or phone. Works offline too — bookmark this page and use it anytime, anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

How does the word counter work?

The word counter analyzes your text entirely in your browser using JavaScript. It splits your text by whitespace to count words, by sentence-ending punctuation (.!?) for sentences, and by blank lines for paragraphs. All processing happens locally — your text is never sent to any server.

What is Flesch Reading Ease?

The Flesch Reading Ease score rates text on a scale of 0 to 100. Higher scores mean the text is easier to read. A score of 60-70 is considered ideal for most audiences. The formula considers average sentence length and average syllables per word.

What is Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level?

The Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level translates readability into a U.S. school grade level. A score of 8 means an average 8th grader should be able to understand the text. Most consumer-facing content should aim for grade 7-8.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute, which is the widely accepted average for adult readers. Speaking time uses 130 words per minute, the average pace for presentations and public speaking.

Is my text stored or sent anywhere?

No. This tool runs 100% in your browser. Your text is never uploaded, stored, or transmitted to any server. You can even use it offline once the page has loaded.

What are stop words in the word frequency table?

Stop words are common words like 'the', 'and', 'is', 'to' that appear frequently in all text but carry little meaning. The word frequency table excludes these so you can see which meaningful words you use most — useful for spotting repetition.