Accurate counts you can trust
Real-time word and character counts with clean handling of punctuation and spacing.
Ideal for SEO copy, social posts, ads, emails, and academic writing.
Professional Word & Character Counter
Count words online — fast, accurate, and private. Paste text and get instant word count, character count, and reading time.
ToolWord & Character Counter
Live Story Stats
- Words
- 0
- Characters
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Reading Time
- Less than 1 min
All counts run locally in your browser for speed and privacy.
Built for privacy and speed
WordMetr processes everything in your browser — no sign-up, no data upload.
Start instantly, keep working securely, and export a tidy summary when you’re done.
Key features
Everything you need to count words online with confidence.
Real-time counts
Words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time update as you type.
Clean exports
Copy or download a concise summary for briefs, reports, or client handoffs.
Privacy-first
All calculations happen locally. Your text never leaves your device.
Frequently asked questions
Short, clear answers to help you work faster.
Yes. WordMetr is a free word counter and character counter for everyday use. You can paste text and get instant counts without creating an account.
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your content is not uploaded or saved to our servers.
Counts are precise for words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs. Reading time uses a 200 WPM benchmark for a realistic estimate.
Yes. Use Copy Summary or Download Summary to share results in docs, briefs, or chats. It’s formatted for quick review.
Absolutely. WordMetr is responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops. Just paste and count words online anywhere.
SEO titles and meta descriptions, social captions, ad copy, emails, and academic work. If you need a word counter or character counter, WordMetr fits.