X (Twitter) Character Counter
Count characters for your X (Twitter) posts with real-time 280-character limit tracking. Preview your tweets, optimize for engagement, and plan tweet threads effortlessly.
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Tweet Analysis
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Links & Media Analysis
Link Counting
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- Characters Used by Links 0
- Actual Link Characters 0
Content Breakdown
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- Spaces 0
- Special Characters 0
Note: X (Twitter) counts all URLs as exactly 23 characters, regardless of their actual length. This tool accounts for this in the character count.
Thread Planner
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Tweet Engagement Tips
Optimal Tweet Length
- 71-100 characters: Highest engagement rate
- 100-140 characters: Good for retweets
- 140-280 characters: More room for context
- Under 71 characters: Leave room for retweets with comments
Best Practices
- Use 1-2 relevant hashtags maximum
- Include a call-to-action
- Ask questions to encourage replies
- Use emojis to save characters and add personality
X (Twitter) Character Count FAQ
X (Twitter) allows up to 280 characters per tweet. This limit includes all text, spaces, punctuation, emojis, and hashtags. However, URLs are counted as exactly 23 characters regardless of their actual length, and media attachments don't count toward the character limit.
Yes, all URLs on X (Twitter) are automatically shortened using their t.co service and count as exactly 23 characters, regardless of the original URL length. This applies to both HTTP and HTTPS links. Our tool automatically accounts for this in the character count.
Research shows that tweets between 71-100 characters receive the highest engagement rates. Tweets under 100 characters also get more retweets because they leave room for users to add their own comments when retweeting. However, longer tweets (up to 280 characters) can be effective for providing more context or storytelling.
Yes, emojis count toward the 280-character limit. Most standard emojis count as 2 characters, while some complex emojis (like those with skin tone modifiers or combined emojis) may count as more. Emojis can be a great way to convey emotion and save space compared to words.
To create effective tweet threads: 1) Start with a compelling hook in the first tweet, 2) Number your tweets (1/n, 2/n, etc.), 3) Keep each tweet focused on one main point, 4) Use the full 280 characters when needed, 5) End with a call-to-action or summary. Our thread planner tool can help you organize longer content into multiple tweets.
X (Twitter) now offers an edit feature for X Premium subscribers, allowing you to edit tweets within 30 minutes of posting. However, edited tweets show an edit history. For free users, tweets cannot be edited after posting, so it's important to check your character count and content carefully before tweeting.