Character Counter Online
Need a quick character count for social posts or form limits? Paste your text below to see an instant total.
We also show word and sentence counts so you can adjust your copy quickly.
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Review the character count instantly.
Edit until you hit your target length.
Examples
Example 1
Input
Hello world!
Output
Characters: 12 Words: 2 Sentences: 1
Example 2
Input
Draft headline text
Output
Characters: 19 Words: 3 Sentences: 1
Example 3
Input
Short post for X
Output
Characters: 16 Words: 4 Sentences: 1
How It Works
Paste the text you need to measure.
Use the character count to fit platform limits.
Adjust wording and recheck in real time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does the character counter include spaces?
Yes. Spaces, punctuation, and line breaks are included in the character total.
Is the count updated as I type?
Yes. The totals update instantly with every change.
Do line breaks count as characters?
Yes. Line breaks are included in the total count.
Does it count emojis as characters?
The counter uses JavaScript character length, so some emojis may count as more than one character.
Does it show word and sentence counts too?
Yes. The tool displays words and sentences alongside the character count.