Word & Character Counter
Get accurate word, character, sentence, and paragraph counts from Markdown text. Markdown-aware: doesn't count syntax characters. Also estimates reading time.
##, ** and fenced code blocks are stripped before counting, so your word count matches what a reader sees. Checking against a hard limit instead? Use the Character Counter.Get new tools by email
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does the word counter strip Markdown syntax?
- Yes, it is Markdown-aware and does not count syntax characters like #, *, or [] in the word and character counts.
- How is reading time calculated?
- Reading time is estimated at 200-250 words per minute, which is the average adult reading speed.
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About Word & Character Counter
Count words, sentences, paragraphs and reading time — Markdown-aware, so syntax and code blocks do not inflate the total. Free, browser-only, no signup. This tool runs entirely in your browser, so your content is not sent to a server. MarkdownMe provides free, fast, and reliable Markdown tools for developers, writers, and anyone who works with Markdown.