Character & word counter
Count characters (with and without spaces), words and reading time. For Twitter, LinkedIn, SEO meta descriptions and copy.
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Common character limits
- X (Twitter) post: 280 characters.
- SEO meta description: ~150-160 characters before Google truncates it in search results.
- SEO title tag: ~55-60 characters to avoid truncation.
- SMS message: 160 characters per segment (GSM encoding).
- LinkedIn post (before "see more"): around 210 characters on most feeds.
FAQ
Does this character counter include spaces? It shows both counts — with and without spaces — so you can match the limit your platform actually enforces.
What is the character limit for X (Twitter)? Standard posts are limited to 280 characters.
What is a good meta description length for SEO? Most meta descriptions display fully up to about 150-160 characters; longer text gets truncated in search results.
Is my text stored or sent anywhere? No. The count is calculated entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded or stored on any server.
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Frequently asked questions
Does this character counter include spaces?
It shows both counts: characters with spaces and characters without spaces, so you can match the limit your platform actually enforces.
What is the character limit for X (Twitter)?
Standard posts are limited to 280 characters. Use this counter to check your text before posting.
What is a good meta description length for SEO?
Most meta descriptions display fully up to about 150-160 characters in Google search results; longer text gets truncated.
Is my text stored or sent anywhere?
No. The count is calculated entirely in your browser — nothing is uploaded or stored on any server.