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Count Words

Count words.

How to use Count Words

Count words separated by Unicode whitespace. Free to use in D2i DevTools — no account required.

Steps

  1. Fill in Input. This field is required.
  2. Click Run and copy the result under the form.

Frequently asked questions

What is Count Words used for?

Use it for a quick word count of a paragraph or a list.

How do I use the free online Count Words tool?

Fill in Input. This field is required. Click Run and copy the result under the form.

What can I paste or upload into Count Words?

Paste the text. Runs of spaces and newlines are separators, not words.

What output does Count Words give me?

A single integer. Punctuation stays attached to the neighboring word.

Is Count Words free, and is my input private?

Yes — Your input is processed in memory for this request only. It is not saved to disk or the database, and it is cleared after the tool finishes.

Is a hyphenated word one word or two?

One, if there is no whitespace inside it. well-known is a single word here.

Inputs are processed in memory only and are not saved to disk or the database. Data exists only for the duration of your request.