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Twitter/X Character Counter

Calculators Free Updated 4 Oct 2026
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ⓘ About this tool 🔄 Last updated 4 Oct 2026 ✓ Reviewed by TopToolAI Team

Counts characters in a post against a limit (280 by default, the standard X/Twitter limit), plus word count. Counts by Unicode character, which is closer to how the platform counts than a plain string length.

How to use Twitter/X Character Counter

Step-by-step guide to the boxes below. Open it only if you need help.
  1. 1
    Your post text Text box

    Type or paste your post. The counter updates as you type.

  2. 2
    Character limit Text

    The maximum characters allowed. 280 for a normal post on X.

    Example: 280

  3. 3
    Press “Count”

    Click the button under the boxes. If something is missing or not valid, a short message tells you which box to fix.

  4. 4
    Read your result

    Your answer appears under the button, with a short note in plain words where it helps. Change any box and press again to compare different numbers.

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Embed this calculator on your website

Want this calculator on your own site? Copy the code below and paste it into the HTML of any page or post. It works the same as it does here. If you do not mind, leave the small link under it in place.

Twitter/X Character Counter FAQs

Does this account for link shortening?
No — X/Twitter counts all links as a fixed short length regardless of actual URL length; this tool counts your raw text as typed.
What is the character limit on X (Twitter)?
280 characters for standard accounts. Some premium accounts can post longer.
Why might my post count differently on X?
X counts links as a fixed length and treats some characters, such as emoji, differently.
How can I fit more into a post?
Shorten words, remove filler, or split it into a thread.

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