Twitter (X) Character Counter

X weighted length checker

Twitter (X) Character Counter

Check your draft against the 280 standard-post limit using X's official counting rules, where links count as 23 and emoji or CJK characters count as 2.

  • Official X counting rules
  • Remaining characters
  • Real-time feedback
  • Links, emoji and CJK weighted

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X (Twitter) weighted length

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Standard post limit: 280 (X weighted length)

Weighted length0 / 280

Uses X's official counting rules: links count as 23, emoji and CJK characters count as 2. This differs from the generic Characters total below. Reply context, account type and future platform changes are not checked.

Characters
0
Without spaces
0
Words
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
0
Reading time
0 sec

Characters = visible characters (an emoji counts as one). Sentence count is an estimate. Reading time assumes 225 words per minute.

Twitter / X character limits

X uses a weighted length rather than a plain character count. Most Latin letters, spaces and punctuation count as 1, emoji and CJK characters count as 2, and every link counts as 23 regardless of its length. @mentions you type count; mentions X adds automatically in a reply do not. Keep these limits in mind while writing:

  • Standard post280 weightedLinks count as 23; emoji and CJK as 2. Typed @mentions count; reply-context mentions added by X do not.
  • Reply280 charactersReplies share the same limit as standard posts.
  • Threadunlimited totalEach tweet in a thread is still 280 characters.
  • Username / handle15 charactersDisplay name can be longer.
  • Bio160 charactersA short profile description.

The 280-character limit exists because short, scannable posts fit the timeline and encourage faster reading. Respecting it keeps your message complete and easy to share.

Common use cases

  • Tweet drafting: write a hook, body and call to action inside 280 characters so your post fits on the first publish without awkward edits.
  • Marketing campaigns: keep brand announcements, promo copy and CTAs within the visible limit so followers do not need to click "show more".
  • Social media management: batch create content across Instagram, LinkedIn and X while checking each platform's character rules with one shared workflow.
  • Personal branding: craft a concise bio, pinned tweet or thread opener that stays punchy and easy to retweet.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Twitter character limit?
A standard post on X (formerly Twitter) allows up to 280 characters. Longer text, replies and quote posts all count against the same limit unless you subscribe to a paid tier that offers extra space.
Does the counter include spaces?
Yes. Spaces, punctuation and line breaks all count on X. X uses a weighted length: most Latin characters count as 1, emoji and CJK characters as 2, and any link as 23. The X panel shows that weighted length; the Characters card shows the generic visible-character total.
Can I use it for X posts?
Absolutely. The tool works for any short-form text, including tweets, replies, quote posts, threads and bio drafts. It gives you the same live count no matter which platform you call it.
Is the tool free?
Yes. It is completely free, runs in your browser and requires no account or signup. Your text never leaves your device.

Need more than tweet counting?

The full Character Counter adds sentence, paragraph and reading-time stats. For Instagram-specific limits, try the Instagram Character Counter; for word-based writing, use the Word Counter. Browse the full collection on the Tools page.

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