Word Counter
Word Analysis
Sentence Analysis
Most Used Words
About Our Word Counter Tool
Welcome to Utilify's Word Counter - your trusty companion in the battle against wordiness (or wordlessness, depending on your current predicament). This powerful text analysis tool goes beyond simply counting words - it's like having a microscope for your text, but without the expensive lab equipment.
Our word counter provides instant statistics on words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs, while also offering deeper insights like reading time and word frequency analysis. Whether you're a student trying to hit that essay word count (we've all been there), a professional writer crafting the perfect article, or just someone curious about how much they've written, our tool has got you covered.
How to Use the Word Counter
- Input Your Text: Simply paste or type your text into the large text box. The analysis happens instantly - no buttons to press!
- View Basic Stats: Immediately see your word count, character count, sentence count, and estimated reading time in the stats panel above the text box.
- Explore Detailed Analysis: Click "Show Detailed Analysis" to unlock additional insights like average word length, unique word count, and most frequently used words.
- Copy or Clear: Use the convenient buttons below the text box to either copy your text or clear it and start fresh.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the word count?
Our word counter is more accurate than your friend who says "looks about right" when you ask them to check your essay. It uses sophisticated algorithms to identify words based on space separation and punctuation, handling even complex cases like hyphenated words and contractions.
Why does the character count with and without spaces matter?
Think of it like buying a house - you want to know both the total area (characters with spaces) and the actual living space (characters without spaces). Some platforms charge by characters without spaces, while others include spaces. We show both so you're always covered!
How is the reading time calculated?
We use the average reading speed of 200 words per minute for our calculations. Of course, your actual speed might vary depending on whether you're reading Shakespeare or a tweet about someone's lunch.
Is my text saved or stored anywhere?
Nope! Your text stays right where you put it - in your browser. We're not interested in storing your secret novel drafts or passionate love letters. Everything is processed locally on your device.
Can I use this tool offline?
While our tool needs the internet to load initially, once it's loaded, you can count words to your heart's content - even if your internet decides to take an unscheduled coffee break.
What counts as a paragraph?
We consider a paragraph to be any text separated by a blank line. So if you're wondering why your single-sentence magnum opus shows as multiple paragraphs, that's why. Hit that enter key a bit less enthusiastically next time!