Character Counter
Free character counter that counts characters with and without spaces as you type. Check limits for tweets, SMS and titles instantly.
About Character Counter
A quick character counter for text that has to fit a limit - tweets, SMS messages, product titles, meta descriptions, bio fields. It counts characters with spaces and without, and updates live as you type so you know exactly how many you have left.
How to use it
- 1Type or paste the text you want to measure.
- 2Check the "with spaces" and "without spaces" counts.
- 3Compare against your target limit, for example 280 for a tweet.
- 4Trim or extend the text until it fits, then copy it.
Examples
Tweet length
Just shipped a brand new update to the app. Try the new dark mode today!78 characters with spaces · 68 withoutMeta description
Free online character counter with live updates. No sign-up, works in your browser.79 characters with spacesFrequently asked questions
What is the difference between the two counts?
"With spaces" counts every character including spaces and line breaks. "Without spaces" ignores all whitespace, which is the figure most CMS title fields and some search snippets use.
Does it count emojis?
Yes - each emoji counts the same way your browser counts it (usually 2 characters). Some platforms count emojis differently, so treat the result as a close guide rather than an exact guarantee.
Is the tool free for long documents?
Yes. There is no length limit and no sign-up required.