Twitter/X Character Counter
Count characters for Twitter/X posts with real-time feedback. Track the 280 character limit (or 25,000 for premium) and optimize your tweets for maximum impact.
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Link Character Counting
All URLs count as 23 characters on Twitter/X, regardless of their actual length.
Start typing to see your character count and statistics
Twitter/X Character Count Best Practices
Mastering Twitter's character limit is essential for engagement:
- Keep it under 280 characters: Standard accounts have a 280 character limit - every character counts.
- Links count as 23 characters: All URLs are automatically shortened to 23 characters by Twitter.
- Sweet spot is 120-130 characters: Shorter tweets often get more engagement and retweets.
- Use hashtags sparingly: 1-2 relevant hashtags are optimal - more can reduce engagement.
- Front-load key information: Put your main point first in case users don't read to the end.
- Leave room for retweets: Keep tweets under 260 characters so people can RT with comments.
How to Use Twitter/X Character Counter
Count your Twitter characters with precision:
- Type your tweet: Enter your Twitter/X post text into the counter.
- Watch the countdown: See remaining characters update in real-time as you type.
- Add links smartly: Remember that links count as 23 characters regardless of length.
- Check premium status: Premium users can toggle to see their 25,000 character limit.
- Copy and tweet: Once optimized, copy your tweet and post it on Twitter/X.
Why Use a Twitter/X Character Counter?
Character counting is crucial for Twitter success:
- Avoid tweet truncation: Stay within limits to prevent your message from being cut off.
- Maximize engagement: Optimal length tweets (120-130 chars) get more interaction.
- Plan thread tweets: Ensure each tweet in a thread fits the character limit.
- Professional appearance: Well-crafted tweets show attention to detail.
- Link optimization: Understand how links affect your character count.
Twitter/X Character Counter Tips
Make every character count on Twitter:
- Write shorter for engagement: Tweets under 250 characters often perform better.
- Use link shorteners: All links count as 23 characters - use this to your advantage.
- Leave RT room: Keep under 260 characters so others can retweet with comments.
- Emoji efficiency: Emojis count as 1-2 characters but add visual interest.
- Edit ruthlessly: Remove filler words to maximize impact within the limit.
- Test different lengths: Experiment to find what resonates with your audience.