Word Counter for Essays
Count words for essays with readability — words, sentences, paragraphs, average sentence length and reading level, live as you type. — free, fast and private.
Type or paste your essay to see counts and readability.
How to use Word Counter for Essays
- Paste or type your essay.
- Choose your word target if you have one.
- Read your counts and readability score live.
Note: this tool runs in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Word Counter for Essays free?
Yes, it is 100% free with no sign-up and no limits.
How is reading level calculated?
It uses an approximation of the Flesch Reading Ease score, based on average sentence length and syllables per word.
What is a good average sentence length?
For school essays, 15–20 words per sentence usually reads well; much longer sentences can be hard to follow.
Is my essay uploaded anywhere?
No. Your text stays in your browser and is never uploaded to any server.