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About PDF Word Counter
PDF Word Counter shows the words, characters, sentences, pages and reading time of a PDF.
Read the guide: How to Count Words and Reading Time in a PDF →
Tips for best results
- Scanned PDFs need OCR PDF first.
- Reading time uses about 200 words a minute.
- Counts can differ a little from Word.
How to use PDF Word Counter
- 1
Add your PDF
Choose a PDF that has real text.
- 2
Count
Press Count words.
- 3
Read
See the totals and words on each page.
Frequently asked questions
Why does it say no text was found?
The PDF looks like a scan. Run OCR PDF first.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Your file is opened inside your browser, so it stays on your own phone or computer and is not sent to our servers.