# Word Counter

URL: https://tools.otaku-dojo.com/en/word-counter
Updated: 2026-10-03

The Word Counter instantly counts words and characters (with and without spaces), sentences, paragraphs, lines, UTF-8 bytes and estimated reading time. English words are counted by spaces and punctuation; each Chinese, Japanese or Korean character counts as one word. Punctuation is not counted as words.

## How to use the Word Counter

1. Paste or type your text in the box on the left.
2. The word count and all statistics update instantly on the right — no button needed.
3. Press "Copy" to copy the statistics as text.

## Specs & key facts

- **Counts**: Words, characters (with / without spaces), CJK characters, Latin words, sentences, paragraphs, lines, bytes, reading time
- **English words**: Split on spaces and punctuation; contractions and hyphenated words count once
- **CJK**: Each character counts as one word
- **Reading speed**: 230 words/min (English), 400 characters/min (CJK)
- **Processing**: In your browser (nothing is uploaded)
- **Price**: Free, no sign-up

## Examples: A short English sentence

```text
It's a free, privacy-friendly word counter.
```

→

```text
Words: 6
Characters: 43
Without spaces: 38
```

## FAQ

### Does punctuation count?

Punctuation is not counted as words, but it is included in the character counts.

### Why is my count different from Google Docs?

Tools treat URLs, numbers with separators and hyphenated words slightly differently. The difference is usually just a few words.

### Which number should I use for a tweet or meta description limit?

Platforms usually limit by characters. Check the platform's rules — X (Twitter), for example, counts CJK characters as two.

### Is my text saved?

No. Counting happens in your browser and the text disappears when you close the page.