Drop anchor and count your words — all in-browser, no uploads
Word Trawler counts the total words in a PDF file without needing to open it in Word or Acrobat. It’s great for students, editors, writers, or anyone who needs a fast word count for a submission, article, or research paper. Simply upload a PDF and get your result immediately — no fluff, no signup. The tool runs in your browser; your file is not sent or saved anywhere. This free utility is part of the SeaBeasties Tools suite, focused on privacy and simplicity. The page includes a single small ad to help fund development and keep the tools available to everyone.