Density = (keyword count ÷ total words) × 100. Use this to spot over-optimization and keep copy natural.
Word Counter: Count Words, Characters, and Improve Readability Online
A word counter helps you see exactly how long your writing is—instantly. Paste your draft and
get live numbers for words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, and
paragraphs. It’s the fastest way to keep essays on target, captions within limits, and blog posts easy to read.
Core features, explained in plain language
Online word counter: Live results as you type or paste. No refresh needed.
Word & character counter: See characters with and without spaces, plus sentence and paragraph counts.
Keyword density checker: Spot repetitive terms, track keyword frequency and density percentage.
Reading time & readability: Get an estimated read time and a readability score (with a short, human description).
Goals & progress: Set a word count goal and watch a progress bar fill as you write.
Words-to-pages estimate: See an approximate page count (around 250 words per page).
Beyond basics: why density, syllables, and readability matter
Counting is only step one. This tool estimates syllables and reading time, then calculates a readability score so
you can keep things clear and comfortable. It also includes a keyword density checker—not to game search engines,
but to avoid overusing phrases. Density is simply: keyword count ÷ total words × 100.
How to use this free word counter
Paste your text or upload a .txt or .md file.
Watch live stats: words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and readability.
Set a word goal to stay on track, and export stats if you need a record.
Everything runs in your browser—no login, no uploads. For longer writing sessions, keep this tab open and let the
online word counter track your pace.
Who it’s for
Students: Essays, reports, resumes.
Bloggers & marketers: SEO briefs, articles, landing pages.
Social media: Captions and threads that fit platform limits.
Teachers & editors: Quick checks for clarity and length.
The built-in counter shows where you stand. Edit confidently and post without trims.
Tips for better results
Use keyword density to avoid stuffing—aim for natural repetition.
Short sentences improve readability; vary your structure to keep readers engaged.
Set a word count goal tracker before you start and treat it like a finish line.
Basic counters vs a complete editor-style counter
Basic: words, characters.
Complete: words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, reading time, syllables, readability, keyword density, goals, social limits, export.
FAQ
How accurate is the word counter?
It uses a robust tokenization approach for words and sentences. Results match most editors closely; minor differences can occur with emojis, hyphenation, or special formatting.
What does keyword density mean?
Density is the share of total words occupied by a specific keyword. For example, 10 uses of a word in a 1,000-word text is 1% density.
What’s the difference between characters with and without spaces?
“With spaces” includes every character you see—including spaces and line breaks. “Without spaces” removes whitespace to show only visible letters, numbers, and symbols.
Does it work with multiple languages?
Yes for most left-to-right languages. Complex scripts or RTL languages may vary slightly in sentence segmentation.
Can I export results?
Use the “Download CSV” button to save counts and metrics, or “Copy Stats” for quick sharing.
Ready to check your text?
Paste your draft above to get real-time counts. Bookmark this free word counter to keep writing on track.
Quick tips
Aim for short sentences when clarity matters.
Use headings every 150–300 words to keep flow.
Keep keyword density natural—write for people first.