Free Word Counter – Count Words & Characters Online
Track words, characters, and reading time instantly.
ToolCraftr is a free word counter that counts words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in real-time. Our character counter also estimates reading time and provides detailed text statistics. Perfect for writers, students, and content creators.
Who is this word counter for?
Writers & Authors tracking word counts for articles, essays, and manuscripts.
Students meeting word count requirements for assignments and papers.
Content Marketers optimizing content length for SEO and engagement.
Social Media Managers staying within character limits for tweets and posts.
Key Features
Word Counting
Accurate word count using industry-standard algorithms matching MS Word and Google Docs.
Detailed Stats
Track words, characters (with/without spaces), sentences, and paragraphs simultaneously.
Real-Time Updates
Stats update instantly as you type. No delays, no clicking needed.
Reading Time
Automatic reading time estimation at average reading speed (200-250 WPM).
No Limits
Count unlimited text - from tweets to entire novels. No restrictions.
100% Private
All counting happens in your browser. No text is sent to servers.
Understanding text statistics
Word count is calculated by splitting on whitespace, similar to Microsoft Word. Character count includes all letters, numbers, and punctuation.
Reading time uses 200-250 WPM (words per minute), the average reading speed for adults. Sentence count detects periods, exclamation marks, and question marks.
Common Questions
How is word count calculated?
Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace and punctuation. Each group of characters separated by spaces counts as one word, matching the standard used by most word processors.
What is reading time based on?
Reading time is calculated at an average reading speed of 200-250 words per minute, which is the standard for average adult readers. This gives you an accurate estimate of how long it takes to read your text.
Does it count characters with spaces?
Yes! We provide both character counts: with spaces (total characters) and without spaces (letters and numbers only). This is useful for different writing requirements.
Is my text data stored?
No. All counting and analysis happen entirely in your browser using JavaScript. We do not store, log, or transmit any of your text to our servers.
Ready to count words?
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