Social Media Character Counter
One tool for all platforms. Select your platform, type or paste your post, and see your character count against the platform's limit in real time.
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Social Media Character Limits (2026)
| Platform | Post Limit | Bio Limit | Other |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twitter / X (free) | 280 | 160 | DM: 10,000 |
| Twitter / X (Premium) | 25,000 | 160 | — |
| Instagram (caption) | 2,200 | 150 | Hashtags: 30 max |
| LinkedIn (post) | 3,000 | 2,600 | Article: 125,000 |
| Facebook (post) | 63,206 | 101 | Ad headline: 40 |
| TikTok (caption) | 4,000 | 80 | Comment: 150 |
| Threads | 500 | 150 | — |
| YouTube (description) | 5,000 | 1,000 | Title: 100 |
| Pinterest (description) | 500 | 160 | Title: 100 |
| Snapchat (caption) | 80 | — | — |
| Reddit (title) | 300 | — | Post: 40,000 |
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Open Word CounterFrequently Asked Questions
Which social media platform has the shortest character limit?
Snapchat has the shortest caption limit at 80 characters. Twitter / X is next for free users at 280 characters. Threads allows 500 characters.
Can I use this tool for all social media platforms?
Yes. Switch between platforms using the tabs above the text area. Each tab sets the correct character limit for that platform so you can check your post length instantly.
Do emojis count as characters on social media?
On most platforms, a single emoji counts as 2 characters. On Twitter/X specifically, most emojis count as 2 characters against the 280-character limit.