Twitter/X Character Counter
Draft a post and watch the character count update live against the 280-character limit, with links counted the way X counts them.
How to use twitter/x character counter
- Type your post
Write or paste your draft into the box.
- Watch the ring
The circular meter fills as you approach the 280-character limit.
- Trim if needed
If you go over, the counter turns red so you know to shorten it.
Features
See remaining characters update on every keystroke.
Links are counted as a fixed length, matching how X measures them.
Your text stays in the browser while you draft.
Frequently asked questions
What's the character limit?
Standard posts allow 280 characters. Some premium accounts allow more, but this tool targets the common 280 limit.
Why do links count as a set length?
X wraps links with its t.co shortener, so every URL counts as a fixed number of characters regardless of its real length.
Do emoji count as one character?
Many emoji count as two characters because of how they're encoded. The counter reflects the visible length closely for planning purposes.