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Character Counter

Count characters with or without spaces, plus UTF-8 byte size.

Tip: Cmd/Ctrl+Enter for the primary action · drafts save locally
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About this tool

Use this character counter to stay within platform limits for titles, bios, SMS, and ads. Optional max-length tracking shows remaining characters as you type.

How to use

  1. Paste your text into the box.
  2. Review character counts with and without spaces.
  3. Set an optional max length to track remaining characters.

Examples

  • Keep Google title tags around 50–60 characters.
  • Fit an SMS into 160 characters.
  • Check LinkedIn headline length.

Benefits

  • UTF-8 byte size included
  • Optional length limit
  • Instant client-side results
  • Mobile-friendly interface

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between characters and bytes?+

Characters are Unicode code points. Bytes measure UTF-8 encoded size, which can be larger for emoji and non-Latin scripts.

Are spaces counted?+

Yes — we show totals both including and excluding spaces.

How do I stay under Twitter or SMS character limits?+

Paste your draft into ToolVera’s character counter and watch the live total (with and without spaces). Trim until you are under the platform limit before posting.

Why is the byte count higher than the character count?+

Emoji, accented letters, and many non-Latin scripts need more than one UTF-8 byte per character. Use the byte total when estimating storage or API payload size.

Related guide

Count characters, words, and bytes before you hit platform limits — free browser tool for bios, ads, and meta descriptions. From ToolVera.

Read: Character Counter for Social and SEO Limits →

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