Daily Info Factory · Text tool
Count every word. Keep every thought.
Paste or type your text to see live totals for words, characters, sentences, and estimated reading time. Your text stays in your browser.
Need a quick way to check the length of an essay, social post, product description, or email? This free Word & Character Counter updates as you type and gives you the numbers that matter without uploading your writing anywhere.
What this counter measures
- Words
- Characters, including spaces
- Characters without spaces
- Sentences
- Paragraphs
- Estimated reading time based on 225 words per minute
How to use it
- Type directly into the box or paste existing text.
- Review the live totals below the editor.
- Use Copy text when you are ready to reuse your writing.
- Select Clear to start over.
Why word and character limits matter
Word limits help writers keep an article, application, or assignment focused. Character limits are especially useful for social media captions, ad copy, page titles, and metadata.
How reading time is estimated
The tool divides the total word count by an average reading speed of 225 words per minute and rounds up to the nearest minute. Actual reading speed varies, so the result is an estimate.
Privacy
The counter runs in your browser. Text entered into the tool is not intentionally sent to or stored by Daily Info Factory.
Frequently asked questions
Does the character count include spaces?
The main character total includes spaces. A separate total shows characters without spaces.
What counts as a word?
Groups of characters separated by whitespace are counted as words. Hyphenated terms without spaces are normally counted as one word.
Can I use it on a phone?
Yes. The layout adapts to mobile screens, tablets, and desktop browsers.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It is free to use and does not require an account.
Last updated: August 11, 2026.