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Word Counter

Paste or type any text to instantly count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and reading time. Everything stays local.

How Word Counter works

Paste or type any text and get live counts for words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs, updated on every keystroke, entirely in your browser. The estimated reading time is calculated at 200 words per minute, a commonly cited average for adult silent reading; treat it as a rough guide rather than a precise prediction.

Sentences are split on terminal punctuation and paragraphs on blank lines, with edge cases like ellipses handled conservatively, so the counts stay sensible on real-world drafts and pasted documents.

Frequently asked questions

Are my files uploaded to a server?

No. Every operation runs inside your browser tab using JavaScript and WebAssembly. Your file is read into memory on your own device, processed there, and the result is offered as a local download. Nothing is transmitted to Sunasty or any third party. You can verify it yourself: open your browser DevTools, go to the Network tab, and watch, no request carries your file.

How is reading time estimated?

Reading time is calculated by dividing the word count by 200 words per minute, a widely used average for adult silent reading. Individual reading speed varies considerably, so treat the figure as an estimate, not a guarantee.

How are sentences and paragraphs counted?

Sentences are split on terminal punctuation (., !, ?). Paragraphs are counted as non-empty blocks of text separated by one or more blank lines. Edge cases like ellipses or consecutive punctuation are handled conservatively.

Does it work offline?

Yes, once the page has loaded. Because the processing happens on your device, you can disconnect from the network and the tool keeps working. This is the clearest proof that your data never leaves your machine.

Is it free? Do I need an account?

It is completely free and requires no sign-up. There are no watermarks, no daily limits and no tracking cookies needed to use the tool.