Character Counter

Count characters, words and lines — and see instantly whether your text fits X, Instagram and SEO limits.

FREE TOOL · PRIVATE · NO SIGN-UP

Counts update with every keystroke. Your text stays 100% in your browser.

Characters
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Characters (no spaces)
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Words
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Lines
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📏 Platform Limits

X (Twitter) post0 / 280
Instagram caption0 / 2,200
Meta description (SEO)0 / 160

🔢 How to Use This Character Counter

  1. 1.Paste or type. Drop in a post, caption, essay or product description — every count updates live as you edit.
  2. 2.Watch the limit bars. The bars turn yellow as you approach a limit and red when you pass it, so you can trim before a platform cuts your text off.
  3. 3.Use the no-spaces count when asked. Some forms, exams and submission boxes count characters without spaces — that number is right under the main count.
  4. 4.Keep meta descriptions snappy. Search engines usually show about 155–160 characters, so the meta bar helps your pages look complete in Google results.

❓ FAQ

Is my text private when I use this character counter?

Yes. The counting happens entirely in your browser — your text is never uploaded, stored, or sent anywhere. You can close the tab and it's gone.

What counts as a character?

Every letter, number, punctuation mark and space counts as one character. The "without spaces" count removes all whitespace — spaces, tabs and line breaks — which is the count some forms and assignments ask for.

What is the character limit for X (Twitter) and Instagram?

A standard X (Twitter) post allows 280 characters. An Instagram caption allows up to 2,200 characters. This tool shows live progress bars for both, plus the 160-character guideline for meta descriptions.

Is this character counter free?

Yes — 100% free with no sign-up and no length limit. Paste a tweet, a caption, an essay or a full chapter.