Character Counter

Count characters, words, lines, and text metrics. Free online developer tool for fast browser-based work.

What is this tool?

Character Counter measures characters, words, lines and text length so writers, developers and QA teams can check limits before content reaches an interface, CMS or database field.

How to use

Paste the title, label, message or field value you want to measure.
Compare characters with and without spaces when the destination has a strict limit.
Adjust the copy before it is added to code, design specs, SEO fields or support content.

Text

Characters

No spaces

Words

Lines

Practical example

Use character counts to review field limits, meta descriptions and short social copy before publishing.

Text:
"Product available for pickup today."

Approximate result:
- Characters with spaces: 35
- Words: 5

API

For automated content checks, combine text metrics with QA scripts or editorial validation workflows.

View API Docs

When to use

SEO

Metadata

Check page titles and descriptions before publishing.

Interface copy

Measure labels, button text and helper messages.

CMS

Field limits

Avoid saving text that exceeds configured limits.

DOC

Writing review

Estimate word count and line count for documentation.

Privacy

Avoid pasting confidential drafts, customer messages or private support cases. Use samples when checking limits.

Frequently asked questions

Does the counter include spaces?

The page can show metrics that include and exclude spaces depending on the tool output.

Why do emojis affect counts differently?

Some emojis are made of multiple Unicode code points, so platforms may count them differently.

Can this help with SEO text?

Yes. It is useful for checking titles, descriptions and headings before publication.

Limitations / when not to use

Different platforms count emojis, combining marks and line breaks differently. Treat the count as a practical check, not a replacement for destination-specific validation.