How do I use the social media character counter?
- Paste or type your text.
- Check the limits table.
- Trim the text where it is over the limit.
Social media character counter: frequently asked questions
How many characters fit in a post on X?
280 for standard accounts; longer posts need a paid subscription.
How long can an Instagram caption be?
Up to 2,200 characters, but only the first line or two show before “more”.
Why does Arabic SMS hold fewer characters?
Unicode messages use more data per character, so one SMS holds 70 instead of 160.
Do emojis count as one character?
Usually as one here; some platforms count certain emojis as two.
How long should a Google title be?
Around 50–60 characters to avoid being cut off.
Is my text stored?
No. It runs in your browser.
Does it support Arabic text?
Yes. Text is processed as Unicode, so Arabic and other scripts are handled correctly.
Is the social media character counter free?
Yes. It is free with no sign-up and no usage limits for normal use.
Is my data sent to your servers?
No. This tool runs entirely in your browser, so what you type never leaves your device.
Does it work on my phone?
Yes. The tool works in any modern browser on iPhone, Android, tablet or computer.