Need to count words for an essay or social post? The Wivrix Word & Character Counter is free, works in your browser, and takes seconds to use.
What this tool does
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimate reading time. Free online word counter with instant stats.
Why use Wivrix?
Many online tools ask you to sign up, add a watermark, or upload your files to a server you cannot see. Wivrix is different:
- Private by design — Everything runs in your browser. Your files and input stay on your device — nothing is uploaded to Wivrix.
- Free — no account, no paywall, no file-size tricks
- Fast — open the page and start working
Step-by-step guide
- SEO — content length correlates with ranking
- Academic essays and word-limited submissions
- Blog posts — most articles aim for 1,500–2,500 words
- Social media — platform character limits (X: 280, etc.)
Common uses
- Count words for an essay or social post
- Compare two versions of a document
- Preview markdown before publishing
- Clean up a messy list of lines
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an account?
No. Open the tool and use it straight away.
Is the Word & Character Counter really free?
Yes. Wivrix tools are free to use. The site is supported by ads that load only after you consent.
Is my data safe?
Everything runs in your browser. Your files and input stay on your device — nothing is uploaded to Wivrix.
Try it now
Open the free Word & Character Counter and follow the steps above. If this guide helped, bookmark the tool or share it with someone who needs the same job done quickly.
Related tools
- Case Converter — see also our guide
- Lorem Ipsum Generator — see also our guide
- Markdown Preview — see also our guide
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