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Character counter
Count characters with and without spaces, and check common length limits.
Free to use · Runs in your browser · No signup
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How to use Character counter
- Type or paste your text.
- See the live character count with and without spaces.
- Check how much room is left for meta descriptions, SMS messages, and X posts.
What you need
Nothing to upload. Type or paste directly into the tool; results update as you go.
Your result
Character counts and remaining space for common limits.
Before you start
Characters are counted as you see them, so an emoji or accented letter counts as one. Some platforms count emoji or links differently from their visible length.
Questions about Character counter
How do I use Character counter?
Type or paste your text. See the live character count with and without spaces. Check how much room is left for meta descriptions, SMS messages, and X posts.
What does Character counter produce?
Character counts and remaining space for common limits.
What should I check before using Character counter?
Characters are counted as you see them, so an emoji or accented letter counts as one. Some platforms count emoji or links differently from their visible length.
Is what I type sent anywhere?
No. The calculation runs in your browser, and the text or numbers you enter are not uploaded or stored.