Counts use the same character units browsers and social platforms count, and nothing leaves your device.
Count characters with and without whitespace, then compare the text with this tool’s preset lengths for titles, descriptions, social posts and SMS. The colored bars are reference markers. Search snippets have no fixed character cutoff, and social-platform rules can vary by account, content type and encoding.
The SMS estimate uses GSM or Unicode segment assumptions. Some symbols need extra encoding units, and provider behavior may differ. Confirm a message in the sending service before relying on the estimate for delivery or billing.
How to use the Character Counter
- Paste or type your text into the box at the top of the page.
- Read the cards for characters, characters without spaces, letters, words, lines and spaces.
- Compare the preset bars, then check the destination platform’s current rules.
- Use Trim to 160 only when that length suits your task. Review the shortened text before copying it.
Frequently asked questions
Do spaces count as characters?
This tool includes spaces and line breaks in its main count and shows a separate count without whitespace. A destination platform may use different counting or encoding rules.
Why does one emoji change my SMS count so much?
A character outside the supported GSM alphabet can require Unicode encoding, which reduces segment capacity. Some characters use more than one encoding unit. Check the sending provider’s segment count for the final message.
What is the safest meta description length?
There is no guaranteed meta-description length for Google results. This tool’s 160-character bar is an editing preset. Google may choose a different snippet or truncate it to fit the available display width.
Does the X counter handle links?
This counter counts the pasted text. It does not reproduce every platform rule for URLs, emoji, attachments or different account types. Check the final post in the destination editor.