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Twitter / X Character Counter

Count characters for Twitter/X posts with thread numbering, link handling, and engagement tips.

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Execution Mode
100% Client-Side In-Browser
Data Privacy
Zero Persistent Storage
Access Policy
Free · No Signup Required

0

Characters

280

Remaining

0

Words

280
💡 URLs are counted as 23 characters regardless of length (Twitter t.co shortening)

How to Use Twitter / X Character Counter

  1. 1

    Type or paste your tweet draft.

  2. 2

    Watch the character counter update in real-time.

  3. 3

    Split into thread if over 280 characters.

Key Features

  • Real-time 280 character countdown
  • Link counts as 23 chars detection
  • Thread numbering mode
  • Emoji count handling

Benefits

  • Never exceed tweet character limits
  • Plan Twitter threads efficiently
  • Optimize every character for impact

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

  • Not accounting for links, which always count as 23 characters regardless of length.

Data Handling & Privacy Notice

This utility executes entirely client-side in your web browser. No text, calculations, or uploaded data are sent to our servers or stored in any database.

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard accounts get 280 characters. Twitter Blue/X Premium subscribers get up to 25,000 characters.

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