Do spaces count as characters?

On almost every platform, yes. Both totals are shown so you can check either.

How long should a meta description be?

Aim for 150 to 160 characters so it is not cut short in search results.

Do emoji count as one character?

Many emoji are made of several code units, so some platforms count them as two or more.

Character Counter

Count characters with and without spaces and check your text against common limits for meta titles, meta descriptions and social posts.

Characters

Without spaces

Words

Common limits

SEO meta title0 / 60

SEO meta description0 / 160

X / Twitter post0 / 280

Instagram caption0 / 2200

How to use the Character Counter

1Type or paste your text into the box.
2Read the character counts above the limit bars.
3Trim the text until each limit bar you care about stays inside its range.

About this tool

Character limits matter because platforms truncate anything longer. Search engines cut meta titles at roughly 60 characters and descriptions at roughly 160, and social networks enforce hard caps on post length.

Spaces normally count toward these limits, which is why the with-spaces figure is the one the limit bars use.

Benefits

Limit bars
See instantly whether you fit an SEO title, description or social post.
Spaces included or not
Both counts are shown because different platforms measure differently.
Nothing leaves your device
The work happens inside your browser, so your files and text stay private.
Works on your phone
The layout, buttons and inputs are built mobile-first and are fully keyboard accessible.