Word Count for Gmail

About

Instantly see word and character count while using Gmail.

Word Count for Gmail shows a small live counter in the corner of your Gmail compose box and reading view. No setup needed - just open Gmail and start typing.

What it does:
- Counts words and characters in real time as you type
- Works in Compose, Reply, and Forward views
- Also shows count for emails you're reading
- Displays the same count in the extension popup
- Runs 100% locally. No data is collected, stored, or sent anywhere

Why install it?
If you have word limits for emails, need to check message length, or just want to track your writing, this extension gives you the count instantly without leaving Gmail.

Permissions explained:
The extension only accesses Gmail tabs when active to read the text on screen for counting. Nothing is saved or uploaded.