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About Character Counter
The Character Counter is a free online tool that instantly counts characters in any text, with and without spaces. Paste your text and see real-time character count, word count, and other text statistics. Essential for meeting character limits on social media posts, meta descriptions, SMS messages, and app store listings.
How to Use Character Counter
Paste your text into the input area or type directly
View the real-time character count with and without spaces
Check word count and other text statistics
Clear the input to start over with new text
Common Use Cases
Meeting character limits for Twitter, Instagram, and meta descriptions
Checking text length for SMS messages and app store descriptions
Analyzing content length for SEO and readability
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Character Counter work?
Paste or type your text into the input box. The tool instantly counts all characters, including letters, numbers, spaces, and special characters, updating in real time.
What's the difference between characters with and without spaces?
Character count with spaces includes every space between words. Character count without spaces only counts actual letters, numbers, and symbols. Both metrics are useful for different platforms and requirements.
Is the Character Counter free to use?
Yes, the Character Counter is completely free. No sign-up, no limits, no hidden fees.
Is my data safe when using Character Counter?
Yes. All processing happens directly in your browser. Your text is never sent to or stored on our servers.
Can I use Character Counter on mobile?
Yes, the Character Counter is fully responsive and works on all devices including smartphones and tablets.