Character Counter
Count characters for social media platforms with real-time limits checking. Optimize your posts for Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and more.
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Social Media Features
- • Real-time character limit checking
- • Support for 6+ major platforms
- • Multiple content type limits
- • Visual limit indicators
- • Optimized for social media posting
- • Character, word, and line counting
- • File upload and download
- • Professional text editor
Twitter/X Post
Character Statistics
Quick Platform Switch
How to Use the Character Counter
Select Platform
Choose your target social media platform from Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and more.
Choose Content Type
Select whether you're writing a post, bio, comment, or other content type with specific limits.
Write Content
Type your content and watch real-time character counting with visual limit indicators.
Optimize & Post
Optimize your content within limits and copy it directly to your social media platform.
Social Media Platform Character Limits
Twitter/X
- • Posts: 280 characters
- • Bio: 160 characters
- • Display Name: 50 characters
- • Hashtags: 100 characters max
Perfect for concise, impactful messaging and real-time updates.
- • Posts: 63,206 characters
- • Bio: 101 characters
- • Page Name: 100 characters
- • Comments: 8,000 characters
Ideal for longer-form content and detailed storytelling.
- • Captions: 2,200 characters
- • Bio: 150 characters
- • Username: 30 characters
- • Hashtags: 30 hashtags max
Great for visual storytelling with engaging captions.
- • Posts: 3,000 characters
- • Summary: 2,000 characters
- • Headline: 120 characters
- • Comments: 1,250 characters
Professional networking with detailed industry content.
YouTube
- • Channel Description: 1,000 characters
- • Channel Name: 100 characters
- • Comments: 10,000 characters
- • Video Titles: 100 characters (recommended)
Video content optimization for maximum discoverability.
TikTok
- • Bio: 80 characters
- • Username: 30 characters
- • Comments: 150 characters
- • Video Captions: 150 characters
Short-form video content with bite-sized descriptions.
Perfect for Social Media Professionals
Content Creators & Influencers
Craft engaging posts that maximize impact within platform character limits for better engagement.
- • Optimize Instagram captions and hashtags
- • Create compelling Twitter threads
- • Write effective YouTube descriptions
- • Craft professional LinkedIn posts
Social Media Managers
Manage multiple brand accounts efficiently with platform-optimized content creation workflows.
- • Multi-platform content planning
- • Brand voice consistency across platforms
- • Campaign content optimization
- • Client content approval workflows
Digital Marketers
Create high-converting ad copy and promotional content optimized for each platform's character limits.
- • Ad copy optimization for better CTR
- • A/B testing different message lengths
- • Campaign message consistency
- • Cross-platform promotion strategies
Small Business Owners
Build brand awareness and engage customers with perfectly sized content for every social platform.
- • Product announcement optimization
- • Customer engagement strategies
- • Brand storytelling within limits
- • Cost-effective social media presence
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate are the character limit checks?
Our character counting is 100% accurate and matches the exact counting methods used by each social media platform. We update limits regularly to reflect any platform changes.
Do emojis count as multiple characters?
Yes, emojis typically count as 1-4 characters depending on the platform and emoji complexity. Our counter accurately reflects how each platform counts emojis and special characters.
Can I save my content for later use?
Yes! Use the download feature to save your optimized content as text files. You can also copy content directly to your clipboard for immediate use.
Which platforms are supported?
We support all major social media platforms including Twitter/X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, and TikTok with their current character limits and content types.
Is my content stored or shared?
No, all content processing happens locally in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to servers, stored, or shared. Your privacy and content security are fully protected.
Social Media Content Optimization Tips
Character Limit Strategies
- Use abbreviations and acronyms strategically to save space
- Prioritize your most important message in the first 120 characters
- Use emojis to convey emotion while saving character space
- Keep a 10-15 character buffer for unexpected changes
Platform-Specific Tips
- Twitter: Front-load key information before character limit cuts off
- Instagram: Use line breaks and spacing for better readability
- LinkedIn: Leverage the higher limit for thought leadership content
- Facebook: Use the generous limit for storytelling and engagement
Why Choose Our Character Counter
Real-time Optimization
Get instant feedback with visual indicators as you type, helping you optimize content on the fly.
Multi-Platform Support
Support for 6+ major social media platforms with accurate, up-to-date character limits.
Professional Editor
Monaco-powered editor with themes, word wrap, and professional writing features.
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