PDF Word Counter
ThePDF
Count words, characters, and pages in your PDF documents.Updated 2026-03-20
Drag & drop your file here or click to browse
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it count?
Words, characters, pages, and reading time.
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
Only text-based PDFs. Scanned PDFs need OCR.
Free?
Yes, all in browser.
How to Use
- Click Process and wait
- Upload PDF by clicking or dragging
- Preview output to verify
- Configure processing options
FAQ
What is the maximum PDF size?
Depends on device memory since processing is local. Most devices handle up to 100MB.
Can I process protected PDFs?
You need to enter the password first. We cannot bypass PDF security.
How long does processing take?
Most operations complete in 1-5 seconds. Large or complex PDFs may take up to 30 seconds.
Is my PDF uploaded anywhere?
No. All processing happens locally in your browser. Your file never leaves your device.
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