Character Counter
Free online character counter tool. Count characters, letters, digits, spaces and punctuation with detailed analysis.
About the Character Counter
Count text length in UTF-16 code units and inspect its spaces, letters, digits and punctuation. Paste text for live totals with and without whitespace and a composition breakdown. The result is useful for comparing drafts but is not a guarantee that a social network, SMS provider or document editor will count the same way.
Features
- Total character count including all spaces and punctuation
- Character count excluding whitespace for pure text length
- Letter and digit breakdown for detailed composition analysis
- Punctuation count for style and formatting review
- Percentage analysis showing content-to-space ratio
- Real-time updates as you type or paste text
- 100% private with browser-only processing
How to use this tool
The Character Counter works right in your browser — no signup, no installation. Follow these steps:
- Type or paste your text into the input area — any length is supported.
- View the instant character breakdown in the stat cards below.
- Check the Content % and Space % to understand your text density.
- Edit your text and watch the stats update in real time.
Frequently asked questions
How are characters counted?
The total uses JavaScript UTF-16 code units. Spaces and line breaks count. Many emoji use two or more code units.
Will this match every social platform?
No. Platforms and editors may count Unicode symbols, links and line endings differently. Check the destination when enforcing an exact limit.
Using the results
Accurate counting is only useful if it is instant and trustworthy. The Character Counter updates as you type and runs entirely in your browser, so even long documents are measured in real time and your text is never uploaded, logged, or shared.