Private browser utility
Free Online Character Counter
Count characters, words, spaces, and social media limits instantly in your browser.
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How to use the Free Character Counter
Paste or type your text into the character counter above. The tool instantly shows total characters, characters without spaces, spaces, words, and helpful writing limits such as 280 characters for X/Twitter posts and 160 characters for SEO meta descriptions. There is no submit button because the count updates as you edit.
Why use a Browser-Based Character Counter?
Character limits matter in search, advertising, social media, SMS, app stores, ecommerce, and form submissions. A headline that is too long can be cut off in Google results, a caption can fail to post, and a paid ad can be rejected because it exceeds a platform limit. A dedicated character counter removes guesswork before you publish.
This tool is designed for privacy-focused writing workflows. Your text is counted locally with client-side JavaScript, which means social captions, unpublished ad copy, internal emails, school assignments, and metadata drafts do not need to leave your browser.
Best Character Count Use Cases
- SEO metadata: Check title tags, meta descriptions, and snippet copy before publishing pages.
- Social media: Fit captions, bios, paid ads, and short posts into platform-specific limits.
- Forms and SMS: Review application answers, text messages, product fields, and short descriptions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does character count include spaces?
Yes. The main character count includes spaces, punctuation, letters, and numbers. The tool also shows a separate count without spaces.
Is this safe for unpublished copy?
Yes. Character counting happens locally in your browser, so drafts, captions, emails, and metadata are not uploaded.