Count words, characters, and paragraphs in your text instantly. A simple, free word counter for writers, students, and editors.
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About the Word Counter
Whether you are writing an essay, a blog post or a product description, knowing your word count keeps you on target. This word counter shows the number of words, characters and paragraphs in your text as you type.
How to use the Word Counter
- Paste your text or start typing.
- Read the word, character and paragraph counts.
- Adjust your writing to reach the length you need.
Common uses
- Meet word limits for essays and assignments
- Plan blog posts and SEO articles by length
- Keep ad copy and descriptions concise
- Track progress while drafting
Frequently asked questions
How long should a blog post be?
It depends on the topic and search intent. Many in-depth guides run from 1,000 to 2,000 words, while simple answers can be much shorter.
Does it count hyphenated words as one?
Words joined by hyphens are usually counted as a single word.
Can I count words in several paragraphs?
Yes. Paste the full text including paragraph breaks and the tool counts everything.
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