Does this tool count spaces as characters?

The tool shows both counts: characters with spaces and characters without spaces, so you can use whichever metric you need.

What is the character limit for Twitter/X?

Twitter/X allows up to 280 characters for regular posts and 25,000 characters for Twitter Blue subscribers.

Character & Word Counter

Count characters, words, sentences, and analyze your text

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Time Estimates

Reading Time0 sec

Speaking Time0 sec

Avg Word Length0 chars

Unique Words0

Platform Limits

Twitter/X0/280

Instagram Bio0/150

LinkedIn Post0/3000

Facebook Post0/63206

YouTube Title0/100

Meta Description0/160

SMS0/160

Character Frequency

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Most Common Words

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Common Use Cases

Social Media

Check character limits

Essays & Articles

Meet word count requirements

SEO Optimization

Meta descriptions & titles

Speech Prep

Estimate presentation time

Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is calculated based on an average reading speed of 225 words per minute for adult readers. This is a widely accepted average for online content.

How is speaking time calculated?

Speaking time is calculated at 150 words per minute, which is a comfortable speaking pace for presentations and speeches. Professional speakers often range from 120-180 WPM.

Does this count spaces as characters?

We show both counts: "Characters" includes all characters including spaces, while "No Spaces" shows the count without spaces. Use whichever is appropriate for your needs.

Is my text stored anywhere?

No, all text processing happens entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. No data is sent to any server, ensuring complete privacy.

What are common character limits?

Common limits: Twitter/X (280), Instagram bio (150), LinkedIn post (3,000), Meta description (160), YouTube title (100), SMS (160). The tool shows your progress against these limits.