X (Twitter) Character Counter
Count characters for your X posts instantly. Track hashtags, mentions, URLs, and ensure your tweets stay within the 280 character limit.
X (Twitter) Character Counter
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X (Twitter) Platform Limits 2025
Post Limits
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Note: Character counting may vary slightly based on special characters, emojis, and Unicode symbols. Always test your posts before publishing important content.
X (Twitter) Optimization Tips
Character Count Rules
- URLs count as 23 characters (t.co shortening)
- Media attachments don't count toward limit
- @replies at start don't count in conversations
Engagement Best Practices
- 71-100 characters get 17% more engagement
- Use 1-2 hashtags maximum for best reach
- Ask questions to boost replies and engagement
2025 Update: X Premium users can post up to 25,000 characters for long-form content, but regular posts still have the 280-character limit for optimal reach.
Why Use Our X Character Counter?
Perfect Your Posts
Ensure your tweets are perfectly optimized for engagement. Studies show tweets under 250 characters get more engagement than those approaching the limit.
Track Everything
Monitor hashtags, mentions, URLs, and emojis. Our counter accurately reflects how X counts different elements, including t.co link shortening.
Plan Threads
Writing a longer post? See how many tweets you'll need for a thread and plan your content distribution effectively.
Save Time
No more guessing or manual counting. Get instant feedback and adjust your content on the fly for maximum impact.
X (Twitter) Character Limits Guide
Current X Platform Limits (2025)
- Regular Post: 280 characters (increased from 140 in 2017)
- X Premium: Up to 25,000 characters for long-form posts
- Bio: 160 characters
- Display Name: 50 characters
- Username: 15 characters (excluding @)
- Direct Message: 10,000 characters
How X Counts Characters
- • URLs: All links count as 23 characters, regardless of actual length
- • Images/GIFs: Don't count toward character limit
- • Videos: Don't count toward character limit
- • @mentions at start: Don't count if replying to someone
- • Emojis: Most count as 2 characters
- • Special characters: Some Unicode characters count as multiple
Best Practices for X Posts
- 1. Keep it concise: Tweets between 71-100 characters get 17% more engagement
- 2. Use hashtags wisely: 1-2 hashtags are optimal; more can decrease engagement
- 3. Include visuals: Tweets with images get 150% more retweets
- 4. Time it right: Post when your audience is most active
- 5. Start conversations: Ask questions to boost engagement
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