Twitter Character Counter
A Twitter Character Counter helps you check X post and bio length before you publish. X counts every character in a post—including letters, numbers, spaces, punctuation, and emojis—so staying within the limit prevents cut-off tweets and editing headaches.
Our free twitter character counter updates as you type or paste text. It shows characters used, characters remaining, and limits for standard X posts (280 characters) and profile bios (160 characters). Use it as a character counter for twitter posts, replies, threads, and profile copy.
Social media managers, creators, and marketers use a character counter twitter tool to draft posts that fit platform rules on the first try. If you also post on Instagram, try our Instagram Character Counter for caption and bio limits, or the Word Counter for long-form drafts.
No account or download is required. Paste your draft, watch the counts update instantly, and publish on X with confidence.
Characters
0
No spaces
0
Words
0
Lines
0
X post
Standard post limit (280 characters)
max 280
Used
0
Remaining
280
X bio
Profile bio limit (160 characters)
max 160
Used
0
Remaining
160
Features
- Real-time twitter character counter
- X post limit (280 characters)
- X bio limit (160 characters)
- Characters used and remaining
- Counts with and without spaces
- Word and line totals
- Visual progress bars per limit
- Mobile-friendly interface
- No registration required
- Free unlimited usage
How To Use
- Paste or type your X post, reply, thread segment, or bio into the text box.
- Watch character counts update automatically—no button to press.
- Check the X post card for the 280-character limit and remaining count.
- Check the X bio card when editing your profile description (160-character limit).
- Trim or rewrite your text until remaining is zero or positive.
- Copy your finished text and publish on X.
Benefits
- Avoid tweets that get truncated or rejected
- Draft thread segments that fit per-tweet limits
- Fit profile bios within X restrictions
- Save time compared to manual counting
- Works on phone, tablet, and desktop
- Free with no sign-up
Common Use Cases
X Posts and Replies
Keep standard posts within the 280-character limit before scheduling or publishing.
Thread Writing
Split long ideas into tweet-sized segments using the post limit as a guide.
Profile Bios
Check bio copy against the 160-character profile limit.
Social Media Management
Preview client copy length before handoff to publishing tools.
Creator Workflows
Draft hooks and CTAs that fit without last-second edits.
Cross-Platform Drafting
Pair with our Instagram Character Counter when repurposing social copy.
FAQ
What is the X character limit for posts?
Standard X posts allow up to 280 characters. This twitter character counter tracks that limit in real time as you type.
What is the X bio character limit?
X profile bios allow up to 160 characters. Use the bio limit card in this tool when editing your profile description.
Does this twitter character counter count spaces?
Yes. X counts all characters including spaces. The tool shows total characters plus a count without spaces for reference.
Is this character counter for twitter free?
Yes. The tool is free, unlimited, and runs in your browser with no account required.
Does the tool shorten URLs like X does?
No. This counter measures the text you paste as-is. X may shorten links when posted; allow extra room if your draft contains long URLs.
Can I use this as an x character counter?
Yes. X (formerly Twitter) uses the same character rules this tool displays for posts and bios.
Does it work on mobile?
Yes. The twitter character counter is mobile-friendly—paste and edit drafts on any device.
How is this different from a generic character counter?
This tool shows X-specific post and bio limits with remaining characters. For other platforms, use our Instagram Character Counter or generic Character Counter.