Free Character Counter
Paste text to see the character count instantly — with and without spaces — so you stay within limits for posts, bios, SMS and SEO snippets.
- 100% free
- No limits
- No upload
- No watermark
- Works on mobile
How to use the Character Counter
- 1
Paste your text
Type or paste into the box.
- 2
Check the count
Characters, words and more update live.
Why use Qu-Outil's Character Counter
Fast, private and free — with no limits.
Social limits
Know when you’re over 280 (X), 2,200 (Instagram) or 160 (meta description).
Instant and private
Everything happens in your browser as you type. Your text is never sent to a server.
Free and unlimited
No sign-up, no limits and no ads in the way. Use it as often as you like.
Works on any device
Fully responsive — works the same on a phone, tablet or computer.
Character Counter — frequently asked questions
Do emojis count as one character?
Each emoji counts as one character here, as most apps display them.
Is it free?
Yes — free with no sign-up and no limits.
Is my text stored or uploaded?
No. Everything runs in your browser; nothing you type is sent to a server or saved.
Help keep Qu-Outil free
I build and run these tools in my free time and keep them free for everyone — no ads, no sign-up. If they helped you, buy me a chai or coffee via Google Pay or any UPI app. Your support keeps me building more free tools. Completely optional.
samarthdalela@oksbiThe button opens Google Pay, PhonePe or Paytm on your phone. On desktop, scan the QR.
Scan to pay ₹50
Works with any UPI app