YouTube Title Counter
Count your YouTube title length live and keep it under the 100-character limit — with the strongest words near the front.
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 a YouTube title
Type your title
Paste or write your video title in the box.
Check the YouTube card
The YouTube Title card counts against 100 characters and warns you as you approach the cap.
Optimize it
Front-load your keyword and hook, since titles get truncated in search, suggested videos and on mobile.
Why YouTube title length matters
YouTube allows up to 100 characters in a title, but only the first 60-ish reliably show across search, the watch page and mobile. Putting your keyword and hook early means viewers see what matters even when the title is shortened.
Counting as you write keeps you under the hard cap and helps you stay punchy. It all runs in your browser, so it's instant and private.
Frequently asked questions
What is the YouTube title character limit?
100 characters. This counter shows your length against 100 so you never get cut off when you publish.
How long should a YouTube title actually be?
Aim for roughly 60 characters or fewer for the key message, since titles are often truncated in search and on mobile, even though the cap is 100.
Should I put keywords at the start?
Yes. Front-loading your main keyword and hook helps both viewers and search, especially when the title is shortened.
Is it free and private?
Yes — free, no sign-up, and your title stays in your browser.