A word count is most useful when you know what it includes. A short message, a class assignment and a web article can all use different length requirements. Start with the rule you actually need to meet, then use a counter as a practical check.
Keep one working copy
Paste the draft into the Word Counter. Its input stays in the browser tab while this tool is open. The numbers update after a short pause. If you need to retain the draft, keep your original document as well; the counter is not a document storage service.
Words, characters and paragraphs measure different things
The word count uses Spanish-aware browser segmentation when supported. Standalone numbers may be counted as words. The character count measures Unicode code points, including spaces and line breaks. Some visible symbols, particularly joined emoji, contain several code points.
Paragraphs are separated by blank lines in this plain text interface. A single line break inside a paragraph does not create another paragraph. This is useful for pasted drafts, but it may differ from a word processor’s document structure.
Check what the destination asks for
A publication might specify characters including spaces, while another might use words. Follow its own stated method when there is a strict requirement. Do not assume a browser count is an official exam count or a guarantee that another platform will accept the text.
Use the extra statistics carefully
The Spanish Text Analyzer adds unique case-insensitive word tokens, average word length and a reading estimate based on 200 words per minute. These figures describe the draft; they do not assess whether it is correct, engaging or easy for every reader.