Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about WordCounter.
Is WordCounter free?+
Yes. The word counter and writing tools are free to use with no account required.
Is my text private?+
Yes. Analysis runs in your browser. Drafts are saved in local storage on your device and are not uploaded to our servers.
How do you count words?+
Words are sequences of letters and numbers, including contractions. Different platforms may count slightly differently.
How is reading time calculated?+
We estimate reading time at 200 words per minute and speaking time at 130 words per minute.
What is keyword density?+
Keyword density shows how often meaningful words appear relative to other non-stop words in your text.
Does it work offline?+
After you install WordCounter as a Progressive Web App, cached pages and local drafts can work without a network connection.
Can I export my text?+
Yes. Copy to clipboard, download TXT or Markdown, print, or use the system share sheet where available.
What are Tweet and Instagram modes?+
These modes apply common platform character limits so you can see progress toward Tweet (280), Instagram caption, and YouTube description lengths.