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LinkedIn Character Counter

Optimize your LinkedIn posts, headlines, summaries, and profiles with our professional character counter. Maximize engagement and visibility.

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LinkedIn Character Counter

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Character Count0/3000
3000 characters remaining0% used

Content Analysis

Hashtags

0

Use 3-5 for posts

Mentions

0

Tag relevant people

Words

0

0 min read

Emojis

0

Use sparingly

Paragraphs

1

Break up long text

Readability

Concise

LinkedIn prefers concise posts

LinkedIn Character Limits (2025)

Post:3,000 chars
Headline:220 chars
Summary:2,600 chars
Job Title:100 chars
Comment:1,250 chars
Article Title:100 chars

LinkedIn Best Practices

  • Keep posts under 1,300 characters for maximum engagement
  • Use 3-5 relevant hashtags to increase discoverability
  • Start with a hook - first line should grab attention
  • Use line breaks to make content scannable
  • Include a call-to-action to encourage engagement
  • Maintain a professional tone while showing personality

LinkedIn Character Limits & Best Practices

Post Optimization

LinkedIn posts can be up to 3,000 characters, but posts under 1,300 characters get 60% more engagement. The first 150 characters are crucial.

Professional Headlines

Your 220-character headline is prime real estate. Use it to showcase your value proposition and include relevant keywords for searchability.

Complete LinkedIn Character Limits

  • Post: 3,000 characters (aim for under 1,300)
  • Headline: 220 characters
  • Summary: 2,600 characters
  • Job Title: 100 characters
  • Job Description: 2,000 characters
  • Company Description: 2,000 characters
  • Comment: 1,250 characters
  • Direct Message: 8,000 characters

LinkedIn Content Strategy

  1. 1. Hook in first line: Make it compelling for the feed
  2. 2. Use white space: Break text into digestible chunks
  3. 3. Include hashtags: 3-5 relevant professional hashtags
  4. 4. Tag strategically: Mention relevant connections
  5. 5. End with CTA: Ask questions to drive engagement

Professional Writing Tips

  • Be conversational: Professional doesn't mean robotic
  • Share insights: Provide value to your network
  • Tell stories: Personal anecdotes perform well
  • Use data: Statistics and metrics add credibility
  • Be consistent: Regular posting builds audience

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