Character Counter
Count characters instantly with platform-specific limit checking. Perfect for Twitter, SMS, Instagram, and other social media platforms with character restrictions.
📱 Platform Limits
📊 Character Limits Reference
| Platform | Character Limit | Content Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 280 | Tweet | Links count as 23 characters | |
| 📱 SMS | 160 | Text Message | Single SMS message |
| 2,200 | Caption | Post captions and comments | |
| 63,206 | Post | Regular posts and updates | |
| 3,000 | Post | Professional updates | |
| 📺 YouTube | 5,000 | Description | Video descriptions |
🌟 Key Features
Real-Time Counting
Get instant character counts as you type. See live updates for characters, words, lines, and bytes without any delays.
Platform Limits
Check character limits for Twitter, SMS, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube with visual progress indicators.
Limit Warnings
Visual warnings when approaching or exceeding character limits. Color-coded indicators help you stay within bounds.
Custom Limits
Set your own character limits for specific requirements. Perfect for custom applications or unique constraints.
Detailed Stats
View comprehensive statistics including characters with/without spaces, word count, line count, and byte size.
Privacy First
All counting happens in your browser. Your text is never sent to our servers or stored anywhere online.
📖 How to Use the Character Counter
- Type or Paste Text: Enter your text in the text area above. You can type directly or paste content from other sources.
- View Live Counts: Watch as character counts update automatically for all platforms and statistics.
- Check Platform Limits: See visual indicators for Twitter, SMS, Instagram, and other platforms with color-coded warnings.
- Set Custom Limits: Use the custom limit feature to check against your specific character requirements.
- Copy or Download: Use the action buttons to copy your text or download it as a file when you're done.