X (Twitter) character counter
A post on X can be 280 characters. Type or paste and watch what is left, with a warning when you go over.
This counter counts the way X does: every link counts as 23 characters however long it is, and emoji, CJK characters and most symbols count as two. Premium subscribers can post up to 25,000 characters, but only the first 280 show before "Show more".
The count follows X (Twitter)'s own rules, described above, so the number you see here is the number the app will show. Nothing you type leaves the page.
How to x (Twitter) character counter
- Type or paste. The counter is preset to the X (Twitter) limit. Your draft is kept in this browser so a reload does not lose it.
- Watch the bar. It fills as you write and turns red when you pass the limit.
- Trim and copy. Copy the text straight into the app.
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Nothing is uploaded
Text is processed by your browser. There is no server, so contracts, cover letters and private notes never travel anywhere.
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Every result appears as you type. Once a page has loaded it keeps working without a connection.
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Counts, highlights and reports tell you exactly what was found and what changed. Nothing is hidden behind a spinner.
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Questions people ask
What is the X (Twitter) character limit?
280 characters for a post on X. This counter counts the way X does: every link counts as 23 characters however long it is, and emoji, CJK characters and most symbols count as two. Premium subscribers can post up to 25,000 characters, but only the first 280 show before "Show more".
Do spaces count?
Yes. Every character including spaces and line breaks counts towards the limit, which is how the platforms count.
Is my draft saved?
It is kept in your browser's local storage on this device only, so you can come back to it. Clear removes it. Nothing is uploaded.