Character Counter
Count the characters in your text instantly — with and without spaces — and check it against SEO and social media limits as you type.
Type or paste your text
Counts update live as you write — words, characters, sentences and more. Nothing leaves your browser.
Word frequency
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How to count characters
Paste your text
Drop in a title, caption, message or paragraph. The character count updates the moment you type.
With or without spaces
See both totals at once, and use the “Count spaces” toggle to control which number the limit cards use.
Stay under the limit
The cards show your length against each platform's cap, turning amber near the limit and red when you go over.
When character count matters
Character count decides whether your text fits: SEO titles and meta descriptions get truncated in search results, tweets cap at 280, SMS messages split after 160, and form fields often enforce a maximum. A live character counter saves you from guessing.
Because everything runs in your browser, the count is instant even for long text, and nothing you paste is ever uploaded — handy when you're working with private drafts or client copy.
Frequently asked questions
How do I count characters with and without spaces?
Type or paste your text and the tool shows both totals at once — total characters including spaces, and characters without spaces. No sign-up needed.
Why do my character counts differ between tools?
Some tools count UTF-16 units while others count Unicode characters; emoji and accented letters can differ. This counter counts Unicode characters, which is accurate for Arabic, accents and most symbols.
What's the character limit for a meta description?
Around 155–160 characters before Google truncates it. The meta-description card shows your length against 160 so you can trim to fit.
Is the character counter free and private?
Yes — free, no sign-up, and 100% in your browser. Your text is never uploaded or stored.