Text Count Checker
Frequently Asked Questions
Does character count include spaces?
Yes, our character counter includes spaces by default. This is important for platforms like Twitter/X that count spaces toward the character limit. The tool displays both total characters (with spaces) and can be used for accurate social media post planning.
How do I count characters in my text?
Simply paste or type your text into the text area above. The character count, word count, sentence count, paragraph count, emoji count, and hashtag count all update in real-time as you type.
What's the difference between character count and word count?
Character count measures every individual letter, number, space, and symbol. Word count measures complete words separated by spaces. For example, 'Hello World' has 11 characters but only 2 words.
What is the character limit for social media platforms?
Twitter/X allows 280 characters, Instagram captions allow 2,200 characters, Facebook posts allow 63,206 characters, and LinkedIn posts allow 3,000 characters. Use our tool to ensure your content fits within these limits.
Can I count characters in multiple languages?
Yes, our character counter works with all languages including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, and other non-Latin scripts. Each character is counted accurately regardless of the language used.