Character Counter
How to Count Characters
Counting characters matters when there's a limit — social bios, tweets, SMS or meta descriptions. The tool below counts as you type, with and without spaces.
Count your characters
With spaces
0
Without spaces
0
Words
0
Lines
0
Steps to count characters
- Type or paste your text into the tool above.
- The character count updates live as you type.
- Check the count with and without spaces depending on the limit.
Common character limits
Some limits count spaces and some don't, so check both numbers. A meta description should be around 150–160 characters; an SMS is 160; many bios cap at 150–160.
If you're near a limit, trimming filler words is the quickest way to fit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I count characters in my text?
Paste it into the tool above and the count updates instantly, both with and without spaces.
Do spaces count as characters?
It depends on the platform. The tool shows both totals so you can match the right limit.
What's a good meta description length?
Around 150–160 characters, so it displays fully in search results.