Character Counter
Track exact character counts with built-in limit indicators for social media posts and text messages.
How to Use the Character Counter
Follow these simple steps to use this tool directly in your browser.
Type or Paste Message
Input your text into the box.
Monitor Social Limits
Watch the visual Twitter/X progress bar and SMS segment counters update live.
Copy Optimized Text
Copy your formatted message directly when ready to send.
Key Features
Social Media Limits
Instant feedback for Twitter/X (280 chars) and SMS (160 chars per segment).
Whitespace Segregation
View character counts both including and excluding spaces.
Whether drafting ad copy, tweet threads, or meta descriptions, adhering to strict character budgets ensures your message never gets abruptly truncated in search or social feeds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Standard Twitter/X posts have a maximum limit of 280 characters. Our progress bar turns yellow as you near the limit and red when exceeded.
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