Free word counter & readability checker
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs instantly — plus get six readability scores (Flesch Reading Ease, Flesch–Kincaid grade, Gunning Fog, SMOG, Coleman–Liau, Automated Readability) and keyword density. Everything runs in your browser: your text is never uploaded. Ideal for essays, SEO content, blog posts and social media.
How to count words
- Type or paste your text into the input area.
- Watch the word, character, sentence and paragraph counts update live.
- See the estimated reading time.
- Check readability scores and keyword density in the analysis panel.
- Copy a stats report or download it when you're done.
When word count matters
Word and character limits are everywhere: essays, meta descriptions, tweets, college applications and SEO articles all have targets. A live counter stops you guessing, and the readability scores help you simplify your writing so more people can understand it.
Understanding readability scores
- Flesch Reading Ease (0–100): higher is easier; aim for 60+ for general web content.
- Flesch–Kincaid Grade: the US school grade needed; target grade 7–9 for web copy.
- Gunning Fog: estimates years of education needed; lower is better.