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Word count

Count words, characters and reading time per page.

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How to use Word count

  1. 1

    Choose a file (.pdf) or drop it into the box.

  2. 2

    No settings needed: the defaults just work.

  3. 3

    Click “Word count” and download the result: report (txt).

Your documents are processed entirely inside your browser. They are never uploaded to PDF100 or any third party, so Word count is suitable for confidential files. Read our privacy policy.

Word count questions

Is Word count free?

Yes. Word count on PDF100 is free with no account, no watermark and no daily limit. The site is supported by advertising.

Are my files uploaded when I use Word count?

No. Word count runs entirely inside your browser tab. The file is read and processed on your device and the result is saved straight to your downloads, so no copy reaches our servers.

Which files does Word count accept?

Word count accepts .pdf. The result is: report (txt).

Is there a file size limit?

There is no fixed limit set by PDF100. Because processing happens on your device, the practical limit is your browser memory. Very large files work best on a desktop computer.

Does Word count work on my phone?

Yes. Word count works in current versions of Chrome, Safari, Edge and Firefox on desktop and mobile. Large documents are faster on a computer.

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