Online Tally Counter
A simple clicker counter for people, laps, inventory, birds or votes. Add as many labeled counters as you need, use keyboard shortcuts, and your counts are saved on this device.
Shortcuts for the first counter: Space or + adds, − subtracts. Keys 1–9 add to counters 1–9. Counts are saved in this browser.
How to use the tally counter
- Click the big + button (or press space) to count. Use − to undo a click.
- Rename a counter by clicking its label, and set a step if you count in twos, tens or more.
- Add more counters to track several things at once, and download a CSV when you are done.
Uses for a tally counter
Tally counters are handy for counting event attendance or venue capacity, laps on a track or in a pool, inventory items, traffic or wildlife surveys, stitches and rows in knitting, reps in a workout, or votes in a quick show of hands.
Multiple counters let you split counts by category, such as adults and children at a door, or different species in a bird count, with a running total across all of them.
Counts are stored only in this browser on this device, so they survive a refresh. Download a CSV to keep a permanent record or move the numbers into a spreadsheet.
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Frequently asked questions
Are my counts saved?
Yes, in this browser on this device. Clearing site data or using private browsing removes them.
Can I count with the keyboard?
Yes. Space or + adds to the first counter, − subtracts, and number keys 1–9 add to counters 1–9.
Can I count by more than one?
Yes. Set the step on any counter, for example 2, 5 or 10.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. The large buttons are designed for tapping.