Character Counter

Count characters, words, lines, and paragraphs in real time. Ideal for social media, SEO, and writing.

Characters

0

Characters (no spaces)

0

Words

0

Lines

0

Paragraphs

0

Platform limits

Twitter / X280 remaining
Instagram2200 remaining
Meta Description (SEO)160 remaining
Title Tag (SEO)60 remaining

About this tool

Counting characters and words seems simple, but it is a daily task for anyone writing posts, ads, meta descriptions, bios, and captions. An online counter prevents surprises at publish time: you see in real time how many characters remain before exceeding a platform limit.

The MyWebTools counter runs entirely in your browser. The text you type or paste is not sent to our servers, which matters when you work with drafts, contracts, or confidential content. Just open the page, paste your content, and track metrics while you edit.

Beyond total characters (with and without spaces), the tool shows words, lines, and paragraphs. This helps copywriters, social media managers, students, and SEO professionals fine-tune short titles, Google snippets, and ad copy with precision.

How to use the character counter

  1. Paste or type your text. Use the main input area. The count updates automatically with every keystroke.
  2. Check characters with and without spaces. Social networks and ad systems may count differently; compare both values.
  3. Adjust words and paragraphs. Use the word count for meta descriptions (~155 characters) and paragraphs for readability.
  4. Copy the final version. When you are within the limit, copy the text and publish on your chosen platform.

When to use this tool

  • Write bios and captions within Instagram, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn limits.
  • Create meta titles and meta descriptions for SEO pages.
  • Review marketing emails and push notifications with character limits.
  • Count words for essays, academic summaries, and assignments with min/max requirements.
  • Validate ad copy on Google Ads, Meta Ads, and other platforms.

FAQ

Does the counter include spaces?
Yes. We show total characters with spaces and also a count without spaces, so you can compare based on each platform's rules.
Is my text stored on the server?
No. Counting happens locally in your browser. We do not send the content you type to our servers.
What is Instagram's character limit?
Captions can be up to 2,200 characters; bios up to 150. See our article on social media character limits for a full table.
Do emojis count as one character?
Generally yes — emojis count as one or more Unicode characters. Use the counter with the final text you will publish.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. The tool is responsive and works on smartphones, tablets, and desktops.

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