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Word and Character Counter
Count words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time as you write. Works with English, Hindi, and other Unicode text. Your writing stays in your browser.
Live counting · No sign-up
Words0Word count
Characters0Including spaces
No-space characters0Whitespace excluded
Sentences0Approximate
Paragraphs0Non-empty blocks
Word target:
0 of 500 words · 0%
How to use the word counter
- Type or paste your essay into the text box.
- Check the live word and character totals.
- Choose a word target to track your progress.
- Copy your writing or download it as a text file.
What does it count?
- Words: groups of letters and numbers, including Hindi text.
- Characters: every character, including spaces and line breaks.
- Characters without spaces: all whitespace is excluded.
- Reading time: an estimate based on 200 words per minute.
Estimated reading time: 0 min
Frequently asked questions
How does the word counter count words?
It counts groups of letters and numbers, including Hindi Unicode text. Counts update as you type or edit.
What is the difference between characters with and without spaces?
Characters with spaces include spaces and line breaks. Characters without spaces exclude whitespace.
Does this tool support Hindi?
Yes. It supports Hindi and other Unicode scripts, as well as English.
Is my text uploaded or stored?
No. Counting happens locally in your browser. This page does not send the text to a server or save it to an account.
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