Free Tool

Twitter/X Character Counter

Count characters for your tweets in real-time. Detect URLs, emojis, and stay within Twitter's 280 character limit.

Enter your tweet

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Characters

Words

Lines

😀Emojis

Twitter/X Character Tips

URLs
All URLs are shortened to 23 characters by t.co, regardless of length
Emojis
Most emojis count as 2 characters due to Unicode encoding
Threads
For longer content, consider using Twitter threads (multiple tweets)

How it works

Type your tweet

Enter or paste your tweet text. The counter updates in real-time as you type.

Check your count

See your character count, word count, and whether any URLs will be shortened.

Copy & post

Once you're under 280 characters, copy your tweet and post it on Twitter/X.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Twitter/X character limit?

Twitter (now X) has a 280 character limit for regular tweets. Twitter Blue/X Premium subscribers can post longer tweets up to 4,000 characters, but the standard limit remains 280 characters.

How does URL shortening work on Twitter?

Twitter automatically shortens all URLs using their t.co service. Regardless of how long your original URL is, it will count as 23 characters. Our counter takes this into account when calculating your tweet length.

Do emojis count as multiple characters?

Yes, most emojis count as 2 characters due to Unicode encoding. Some complex emojis (like those with skin tone modifiers or multi-character sequences) may count as even more. Our counter detects emojis and shows you the count.

What happens if I go over the character limit?

If you exceed 280 characters, Twitter won't let you post your tweet. You'll need to shorten your message or consider posting a thread (multiple connected tweets) for longer content.