How to use this tool
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- Watch the word, character and sentence counts update as you write.
- Check the keyword table to spot words you have repeated too often.
Common character limits
| Where | Limit |
|---|---|
| Post on X (standard account) | 280 |
| SMS (single message, plain text) | 160 |
| Instagram bio | 150 |
| Google title shown in results | about 50–60 |
| Google meta description shown | about 155–160 |
Limits change from time to time, so check the platform if you're close to the edge. The "No spaces" figure is what some universities and translation agencies use.
Frequently asked questions
Do spaces count as characters?
Yes, in most limits. The counter shows both with and without spaces.
How many characters is 100 words?
Roughly 500–600 characters including spaces in English.
Why does an SMS split into two?
Over 160 plain characters, or 70 if it contains emoji or Urdu/Hindi letters, the message is split.
Need more detail? See the full Word Counter guide.