Paste or Type Your Text
Paste any text into the character counter online and the totals update instantly. The tool counts characters with spaces, characters without spaces, words, and lines.
Character Counter
Use this character counter online to count characters with spaces, characters without spaces, words, sentences, and lines in real time. It is built for social posts, SMS copy, meta descriptions, titles, and any writing task with a strict length limit.
Workspace
Use the tool below. Your inputs stay local when the tool supports browser-only processing.
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Character limits
Twitter/X0/280
Meta description0/160
SMS0/160
Instagram bio0/150
Workflow
How to use the Character Counter
Check Platform Limits
Use the character counter online to compare your text against Twitter/X posts, SMS messages, titles, and meta descriptions. This helps you trim copy before publishing.
Edit Until It Fits
Adjust your text and watch the counts change in real time. Because the character counter online runs locally, drafts and private copy stay in your browser.
Character Counter — Frequently Asked Questions
What does this character counter online measure?
The character counter online measures total characters, characters without spaces, words, sentences, paragraphs, and line breaks. It is useful for social posts, SEO snippets, and writing limits.
Can I use this as a Twitter character counter?
Yes. Twitter/X character counting is a common use case, and the tool helps you keep posts within common social media limits while still showing broader character and word totals.