Twitter/X limits a post to 280 characters, and going over means your point gets cut. This free Twitter character counter counts as you type, shows how many characters remain, warns when you go over, and tells you how many tweets a long post would need as a thread.
Write it here, get it to fit, then post with confidence.
Why use this twitter character counter?
Real-time count
Characters and remaining update as you type.
280 limit aware
Clear warning the moment you go over.
Thread helper
See how many tweets a long post would split into.
Free & private
Runs in your browser — your text never leaves it.
How to use it
- Type or paste your tweet in the box.
- Watch the character count and “remaining” update live.
- Trim your text if it turns red (over 280).
- For long posts, see how many tweets a thread would take.
- Copy your final tweet and post it on X.
Popular use cases
- Fitting a tweet under the 280-character limit.
- Planning a thread and splitting long text.
- Writing tight ad copy and CTAs for X.
- Social media managers drafting posts quickly.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Twitter character limit?
A standard post on X/Twitter is 280 characters. Longer posts are available to some paid accounts, but 280 is the safe limit for everyone.
Do links count as characters?
On Twitter, URLs are shortened and counted as a fixed length. This counter counts raw characters, so leave a little buffer for links.
Do emojis count?
Yes — emojis count as characters (often more than one). The live counter reflects what you type.
Is my text stored?
No. Counting happens in your browser and nothing is saved or sent.
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