Character Counter
Count characters with or without spaces, plus UTF-8 byte size.
Leave empty for no limit. Shows remaining characters when set.
Characters
0
Characters (no spaces)
0
Bytes (UTF-8)
0 B
Lines
0
About this tool
Use this character counter to stay within platform limits for titles, bios, SMS, and ads. Optional max-length tracking shows remaining characters as you type.
How to use
- Paste your text into the box.
- Review character counts with and without spaces.
- Set an optional max length to track remaining characters.
Examples
- Keep Google title tags around 50–60 characters.
- Fit an SMS into 160 characters.
- Check LinkedIn headline length.
Benefits
- UTF-8 byte size included
- Optional length limit
- Instant client-side results
- Mobile-friendly interface
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between characters and bytes?+
Characters are Unicode code points. Bytes measure UTF-8 encoded size, which can be larger for emoji and non-Latin scripts.
Are spaces counted?+
Yes — we show totals both including and excluding spaces.
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