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🔢 Character Counter
Count characters live and see how many are left for X, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook and SMS limits.
About this Character Counter
Every platform limits how much you can write, and guessing usually ends with a cut-off post. This character counter tracks your length live and compares it with the limits for X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and SMS messages. Draft your post here first, then paste it anywhere with confidence.
How to use it
- Type or paste your draft into the box.
- Read the total characters at the top of the results.
- Check how many characters remain for each platform.
- Shorten or extend your text until it fits.
Example
A 200-character draft shows 80 characters left for X and counts as 2 SMS segments.
Frequently asked questions
Do spaces count as characters?
Yes, on almost every platform spaces count. The no-spaces count is shown separately for reference.
Why does one SMS show as several segments?
A single SMS holds 160 characters, so longer messages are split into multiple segments.
What is the X / Twitter limit?
A standard post allows 280 characters, which this tool checks as you type.
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