🔠 Character Counter

Instantly count characters and spaces for any piece of text.

Characters (with spaces)

Characters (no spaces)

Common Character Limits

Twitter

280 chars

Meta Title

~60 chars

Meta Description

~160 chars

Google Ads

90 chars

How It Works

This tool provides an instant character count for any text you enter. It counts every single character, including letters, numbers, symbols, and spaces, making it perfect for platforms with strict length limits.

The tool updates in real-time as you type, providing immediate feedback on both character counts with and without spaces. This helps you optimize your content for different platforms and requirements.

Why It Matters for SEO & Marketing

Many critical digital marketing elements have character limits. This tool ensures your copy fits perfectly for:

Meta Titles & Descriptions: While pixel width is more accurate, character counts provide a quick reference. Google typically displays the first 50-60 characters of a title and about 150-160 characters of a meta description.
PPC Ads: Google Ads and other platforms have strict character limits for headlines and descriptions. Exceeding these limits can result in your ad being truncated or disapproved.
Social Media: Twitter, Instagram captions, LinkedIn summaries, and Facebook posts all have character constraints that impact how your content is displayed.
Email Subject Lines: Most email clients display around 60 characters of a subject line, making character count crucial for open rates.

Optimizing Content Length

Different platforms have different optimal character lengths. Here's a quick guide:

Meta Titles: Aim for 50-60 characters to ensure full visibility in search results.
Meta Descriptions: Keep between 150-160 characters for optimal display.
Twitter Posts: The limit is 280 characters, but shorter tweets (around 240) often perform better as they leave room for retweets and comments.
Facebook Posts: While there's no strict limit, posts between 100-250 characters tend to have higher engagement.
LinkedIn Posts: Posts between 100-250 characters work well, but longer posts (up to 1300) can also perform if they provide value.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Does this count spaces?

Yes, the main counter includes spaces, as most platforms count them toward their limits. For your convenience, we've also included a separate counter that excludes spaces.

What's the difference between this and the Word Counter?

This tool focuses only on the total character count, providing a simple, direct number. The Word Counter gives a broader analysis including words, sentences, and reading time. Use this tool when you need to meet specific character limits for platforms like Twitter or meta descriptions.

Why are character limits important for SEO?

Character limits are crucial for SEO because they affect how your content appears in search results and on social media. Meta titles and descriptions that exceed recommended lengths get truncated, potentially hiding important information. Similarly, social media posts that are too long may not display fully, reducing engagement.

Do different platforms count characters differently?

Yes, some platforms have specific rules for counting characters. For example, Twitter counts certain characters (like emojis) differently. While this tool provides a general character count, it's always a good idea to check your content on the actual platform to ensure it displays as expected.