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Muhammad Abdullah
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We Just Launched Our Chrome Extension – And It's Completely Free! 🎉

 After months of development and listening to feedback from thousands of users, I'm thrilled to announce that Word Counter Plus is now available as a Chrome extension!

What Makes This Launch Special?

I started Word Counter Plus because I was frustrated with existing word counting tools. As a writer myself, I needed something fast, accurate, and privacy-focused – but everything I found was either bloated with ads or required uploading my text to unknown servers.

So I built Word Counter Plus. What started as a simple web app has now grown into a full-featured browser extension that over 10,000 people use every month.

What Can You Do With Word Counter Plus Extension?

Instant Text Analysis – Anywhere on the Web

Ever been writing an email, editing a Google Doc, or crafting a social media post and wondered about your word count? Now you can find out instantly:

Right-click any selected text → Get instant analysis

Word count, character count, sentences, paragraphs – all in one place

Readability scores to ensure your writing is clear and easy to understand

Reading & speaking time estimates for presentations and content planning

Keyword density checker for SEO optimization

Advanced statistics including unique words, longest/shortest words, and more

Privacy You Can Trust

Here's what makes Word Counter Plus different: everything happens on your device.

❌ No data sent to servers

❌ No sign-up required

❌ No tracking or analytics

✅ Works completely offline

✅ Open-source code you can verify

Your words are yours. Always.

Real People, Real Results

Since launching the web version, we've helped writers, students, marketers, and professionals analyze over 5 million words. Here's what some users are saying:

"I use this every single day for my blog posts. The readability score helps me make sure my writing is accessible." – Sarah M., Content Writer

"Finally, a word counter that doesn't bombard me with ads or try to sell me a premium plan. Just does what it says." – James K., Student

"The keyword density feature is a game-changer for SEO. I used to use three different tools – now it's all in one extension." – Priya R., Digital Marketer

How to Get Started (It Takes 30 Seconds)

  1. Visit the Chrome Web StoreInstall Word Counter Plus
  2. Click "Add to Chrome"
  3. Start analyzing text → Just highlight any text and right-click!

That's it. No account creation, no payment information, no email required.

What's Next?

This is just the beginning. Here's what's coming soon:

🔜 Firefox Add-on (submitted for review)

🔜 Microsoft Edge version (coming in 2 weeks)

🔜 Grammar & spell checker integration

🔜 Custom word goals for writers

🔜 Export reports in PDF format

Available for Multiple Browsers

While we've launched on Chrome first, the extension works perfectly on:

  • ✅ Google Chrome
  • ✅ Brave Browser
  • ✅ Microsoft Edge (Chromium)
  • ✅ Opera
  • ✅ Any Chromium-based browser

Join Our Growing Community

Word Counter Plus is built by writers, for writers. I read every single piece of feedback and regularly add features based on your suggestions.

Want to help shape the future of Word Counter Plus?

  • Leave a review on the Chrome Web Store (it really helps!)
  • Share your feedback at [https://wordcounterplusapp.com/contact]
  • Follow us for updates on new features
  • Report bugs or suggest features

Try It Risk-Free Today

There's no risk, no cost, and no commitment. Just install it and see if it makes your writing life easier.

👉 Download Word Counter Plus Extension

If you don't love it, you can uninstall with one click. But I think you're going to find yourself using it every single day.

Thank you for being part of this journey. Let's make better writing accessible to everyone.


P.S. – If you find Word Counter Plus helpful, the best way to support us is by leaving a 5-star review on the Chrome Web Store. It takes 30 seconds and helps other people discover the extension. Thank you! ❤️


FAQ Section:

Q: Is it really free forever?

A: Yes! The core features will always be free. We may add optional premium features in the future, but the word counting, character counting, and basic analysis will never cost a penny.

Q: Does it work offline?

A: Absolutely! Once installed, the extension works completely offline. No internet connection needed.

Q: What permissions does it need?

A: We only request the minimum permissions needed: access to the text you select. We can't read your full pages, access your passwords, or see your browsing history.

Q: Can I use it on my phone?

A: Currently, Chrome extensions only work on desktop browsers. However, you can always use our web version at [https://wordcounterplusapp.com] on mobile!


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