What is the Character Counter?
Count characters with and without spaces and check limits for tweets, SMS and meta tags. Clean up, transform and analyze text in one click. All text tools run entirely in your browser, so your writing never leaves your device.
How to use the Character Counter
- Paste or type your your text into the box (a sample is pre-filled so you can see how it works).
- Results update automatically as you type; you can also press Calculate.
- Read the output: characters, without spaces, letters, digits.
- Use the 📊 chart to see the result visually, then copy or share it.
Formula and method
Worked example
With the sample input, the Character Counter returns characters: 217; without spaces: 180; letters: 175.
Tips for better results
- Use Ctrl/Cmd + A then paste to replace the sample text quickly.
- Chain tools: remove extra spaces, then change case, then count words.
- Use the Download button to save long results as a .txt file.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Character Counter do?
Count characters with and without spaces and check limits for tweets, SMS and meta tags.
How is it calculated?
The Character Counter uses this method: Counts Unicode characters (emoji count as one).
Can you show an example?
With the sample input, the Character Counter returns characters: 217; without spaces: 180; letters: 175.
Is the Character Counter accurate?
Yes. It uses standard formulas and exact constants, and the results are verified by our automated test suite. Values are displayed to up to 12 significant digits.
Is this tool free and private?
Yes — the Character Counter is completely free with no sign-up, and it runs entirely in your browser, so the values you enter are never uploaded to our servers.
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