Character Counter
Count characters, letters, and spaces in your text
Real-time character counting for tweets, SMS, meta descriptions, and more
Character Count
Characters (with spaces)
0
Characters (no spaces)
0
Letters Only
0
Excludes numbers, spaces, punctuation
Words
0
Lines
0
Platform Character Limits
Twitter/X
OKLimit: 280 characters
280 remaining
SMS
OKLimit: 160 characters
160 remaining
Instagram Caption
OKLimit: 2,200 characters
2,200 remaining
Meta Description
OKLimit: 160 characters
160 remaining
LinkedIn Post
OKLimit: 3,000 characters
3,000 remaining
Facebook Post
OKLimit: 63,206 characters
63,206 remaining
Character Counting Tips
Twitter/X (280 chars)
Shorter tweets (71-100 chars) often get more engagement
SMS (160 chars)
Messages over 160 chars split into multiple texts
Meta Description (150-160 chars)
Longer descriptions get truncated in search results
Instagram (2,200 chars)
First 125 chars visible without tapping "more"
Privacy & Security
All character counting happens locally in your browser. No text content is ever stored, logged, or transmitted to any server. Your writing remains completely private and secure.
About Our Character Counter
Our free character counter tool provides instant, real-time counting of characters, letters (excluding spaces and punctuation), words, and lines. Essential for anyone working with character-limited platforms like Twitter, SMS messages, meta descriptions, Instagram captions, or Google Ads. Type or paste text and immediately see if you're within platform-specific character limits. Perfect for writers, marketers, students, and social media managers.
Key Features
Real-Time Character Count
See character count update instantly as you type
Multiple Count Types
Characters with spaces, without spaces, letters only, words, and lines
Platform Limit Indicators
See if you're within limits for Twitter, SMS, Instagram, etc.
Reverse Counter
Shows remaining characters for specific platforms
Letter-Only Count
Count just letters, excluding spaces, numbers, and punctuation
Copy & Paste Friendly
Easily paste from any source for instant counting
No Text Limits
Count text of any length without restrictions
Privacy Protected
All counting happens in your browser - nothing stored
How to Use the Character Counter
Enter Your Text
Type directly or paste text from any source into the text area
View Live Counts
See character count (with/without spaces), letters, words, and lines update instantly
Check Platform Limits
See if your text fits within specific platform character limits
Edit to Fit
Adjust your text to meet character requirements as needed
Character Count Tips for Different Platforms
- Twitter Optimization: Keep posts under 280 chars. Shorter tweets (71-100 chars) often get more engagement
- SMS Efficiency: Stay under 160 characters to avoid message splitting and extra costs
- Meta Descriptions: Aim for 150-160 characters to avoid truncation in Google search results
- Instagram Captions: First 125 characters are visible without tapping 'more' - hook readers early
- LinkedIn Posts: First 140 characters show in feed without 'see more' - make them count
- Email Subject Lines: Keep under 50 characters for full mobile display (up to 70 for desktop)
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between characters with and without spaces?
Characters with spaces count every keystroke including space bar presses. Characters without spaces exclude all spaces. Some platforms count spaces (like Twitter), while others don't. We show both so you know exactly where you stand.
Does the character counter include line breaks?
Yes, line breaks (pressing Enter) are counted as characters. On most social platforms, line breaks count toward character limits. Our counter accurately reflects this.
What does 'letters only' count mean?
Letters only excludes spaces, numbers, punctuation, and special characters - counting just alphabetic letters (A-Z, a-z). This is useful for certain password requirements or text analysis needs.
Is my text stored or sent anywhere?
No. All character counting happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript. Your text is never uploaded, stored, logged, or transmitted to any server. It's completely private.
Can I count characters in emojis?
Yes, but note that emojis may count differently across platforms. Most emojis count as 2 characters in technical terms, but some platforms count them as 1. Our counter shows the technical count.
Why do I need a character counter when I can see counts in apps?
Many platforms don't show character counts until after you type, or show them inconsistently. Our counter lets you draft and check text before pasting it into the platform, saving time and avoiding errors.
When to Use a Character Counter
- Writing Twitter/X posts to maximize the 280-character limit
- Crafting SMS messages that fit within 160 characters
- Optimizing meta descriptions for SEO (150-160 characters)
- Creating Google Ads headlines and descriptions with strict limits
- Writing Instagram captions with impactful first 125 characters
- Ensuring LinkedIn posts hook readers in first 140 characters
- Checking email subject lines for mobile display (50 chars)
- Creating TikTok descriptions within the 2,200 character limit
- Verifying YouTube video titles stay under 100 characters
Why Use Our Character Counter?
In a digital world filled with character-limited platforms, staying within limits is crucial. Whether you're crafting the perfect tweet, writing SEO-optimized meta descriptions, composing SMS messages, or creating social media content, our character counter ensures you never get cut off mid-thought. See multiple count types simultaneously - characters with and without spaces, letters only, words, and lines - giving you complete control over your text. Draft with confidence knowing exactly how your content will fit on each platform.