PDF Word Count — Count Words and Characters Online Free
Get detailed word, character, paragraph, and page count statistics from any PDF. Free, no registration.
How to count words in PDF
- 1Upload your PDF file
- 2Click 'Count'
- 3View overall document statistics
- 4Check per-page breakdown if needed
Features
- Counts words, characters (with and without spaces), paragraphs, and pages
- Per-page statistics breakdown
- Instant results — no waiting
- Browser-based — files are not uploaded to a server
Use cases
- Check the word count of a PDF report or article for planning purposes
- Verify a document meets length requirements
- Get quick statistics before translating or editing
FAQ
Does this work for scanned PDFs?
No. Scanned PDFs have no selectable text. Run OCR first.
Are headers and footers included in the count?
Yes. All text on each page is included, including headers and footers.
Can I see word count per page?
Yes. The tool shows a per-page breakdown in addition to the total count.