Character Counter Online
Count characters instantly with our free online tool. Perfect for Twitter, Instagram, SMS, and any platform with character limits.
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Social Media Character Limits
Every social media platform has different character limits. Use our online character counter to ensure your posts fit perfectly:
| Platform | Character Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Twitter/X | 280 | Per tweet |
| Instagram Caption | 2,200 | First 125 shown in feed |
| Instagram Bio | 150 | Profile description |
| LinkedIn Post | 3,000 | First 140 shown before "see more" |
| Facebook Post | 63,206 | First 477 shown before "see more" |
| TikTok Caption | 2,200 | Includes hashtags |
| YouTube Title | 100 | 70 shown in search |
| YouTube Description | 5,000 | First 100-150 shown |
| SMS Message | 160 | Per SMS segment |
Why Character Count Matters
Social Media Optimization
Posts that fit within limits perform better. Truncated posts look unprofessional and lose engagement. Count characters before posting.
SEO Meta Descriptions
Google displays ~155-160 characters in search results. Longer descriptions get cut off. Optimize your meta descriptions for visibility.
SMS Marketing
SMS messages over 160 characters are split into multiple messages, increasing costs. Keep promotional texts concise.
Ad Copy
Google Ads headlines: 30 chars. Descriptions: 90 chars. Facebook ads: 125 chars primary text. Character counting is essential for ads.
SEO Character Limits
- Title Tag:50-60 characters (Google truncates at ~60)
- Meta Description:150-160 characters (Google may show up to 300 on desktop)
- URL Slug:50-60 characters recommended
- H1 Heading:20-70 characters for best display
- Alt Text:100-125 characters for images