Word Counter & Text Tools
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs as you type, see reading and speaking time, check keyword density, and clean up or re-case your text — all free and private in your browser.
How to count words
Three simple steps — all on your device.
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Paste, type or upload
Type or paste your text, or upload a .txt file (or drop it in). Everything is processed on your device — nothing is sent anywhere.
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See live stats
Word, character, sentence and paragraph counts update instantly, with reading time and keyword density.
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Clean up & copy
Change case, remove extra spaces, then copy the result or download it as a .txt file.
Why use Word Counter on PDF for Joy
Live counts
Words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs and lines update as you type.
Reading & speaking time
Estimated reading and speaking time based on average speeds — handy for scripts and speeches.
Case & cleanup tools
UPPERCASE, lowercase, Title Case, Sentence case, and one-click removal of extra spaces.
100% private, on-device
Your files are processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to or stored on our servers, so sensitive documents stay yours.
A private word counter for writers and students
Whether you're keeping an essay under a word limit, writing meta descriptions, or timing a speech, a word counter takes the guesswork out. This one updates live as you type and adds reading time, speaking time and keyword density on top of the basic counts.
Because everything runs in your browser, your text is never uploaded — good for anything confidential like drafts, cover letters or client work. Nothing is stored once you close the tab.
Private by design. Every file stays on your device — nothing is uploaded to or stored on our servers.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting your text on spaces and line breaks, which matches how most word processors count.
Is my text uploaded anywhere?
No. All counting and text tools run entirely in your browser — your text never leaves your device.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time assumes about 200 words per minute and speaking time about 130 words per minute — typical average speeds.
Is it really free?
Yes. The core tools are completely free with no signup, no watermark and no daily limits.