Word and Character Counter - UTF-8 Bytes, CJK and Lines
Use the free Word and Character Counter from ToolNest to paste text, count words, characters, UTF-8 bytes, GBK bytes, CJK characters, lines, paragraphs, and copy the summary immediately.
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What this tool is for
Word & Character Counter is built for people who need a quick online utility for word character counter. It is part of ToolNest's Text Tools collection and is designed for repeated everyday use.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Word & Character Counter free?
Yes. ToolNest provides Word & Character Counter as a free browser-based utility.
Does Word & Character Counter require an account?
No account is required. Open the tool and use it directly in your browser.
Can Word & Character Counter count UTF-8 bytes and CJK characters?
Yes. It reports word-style total, UTF-8 bytes, estimated GBK bytes, CJK characters, CJK punctuation, foreign letters, foreign words, symbols, digits, lines, paragraphs, and whitespace.
Can Word & Character Counter copy only the word count or character count?
Yes. The first working area includes Copy word count, Copy character count, Copy Statistics, and Copy CSV so you can paste text and copy the exact metric you need on mobile.
Does Word & Character Counter upload pasted text to a server?
No. The counter runs in your browser. It is intended for quick estimates for drafts, social posts, SEO snippets, translations, forms, and mixed-language content.
How do I use Word & Character Counter?
Open the Word & Character Counter page, enter or paste your values, use the visible controls, and copy the result from the first working area. It is grouped with Text Tools for quick browsing.
Can I copy results from Word & Character Counter?
Yes. ToolNest tools are designed around copy-ready output, so you can reuse the result in documents, spreadsheets, code editors, forms, or messages without creating an account.