Free Character Counter
Count characters as you type and check against common platform limits — no signup, nothing sent to a server.
Characters
0
No spaces
0
Words
0
Common limits
How to use the character counter
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Paste or type your text
Drop your text into the box above, or start typing directly.
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Watch the character count update
Total characters, characters without spaces, and word count refresh instantly.
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Check against common limits
See at a glance whether your text fits within X/Twitter, SMS, or meta description limits.
Example use cases
Social media posts
Keep a post under a platform's character limit before you post it.
SMS & notifications
Check message length against the 160-character single-SMS limit.
SEO meta descriptions
Write descriptions that fit within typical search-result truncation limits.
Form fields with limits
Check text against a bio, headline, or field character cap before submitting.
Frequently asked questions
Does the count include spaces?
The main "Characters" figure includes every character typed, including spaces and line breaks. A separate "No spaces" figure strips whitespace out.
What counts as a character?
Every letter, digit, punctuation mark, space, and line break counts as one character, matching how most platforms measure length.
Why do the limits matter?
Platforms like X/Twitter, SMS, and search engines cap or truncate text at specific character counts, so staying under the limit keeps your text from being cut off.
Is my text sent to a server?
No. The count updates entirely in your browser as you type — nothing is transmitted or logged.