Character Count Calculator
Paste or type any text to instantly see how many characters it contains.
Counts characters using JavaScript's length property, measuring UTF-16 code units. Complex emojis may count as more than one character.
Examples
- "Hello" ⇒ 5 characters
- "Hello, world!" ⇒ 13 characters including punctuation
- Emoji like 😊 count as 2 characters in UTF-16
FAQ
Does it count spaces and punctuation?
Yes. Every visible character, including spaces, punctuation, and emojis, is included in the total.
How are emojis counted?
Most emojis use two UTF-16 code units, so they appear as two characters.
Is there a limit to the amount of text?
The calculator handles typical text sizes, but extremely long entries may be limited by your browser's memory.
Can I count words instead?
This tool focuses on characters only; use a dedicated word counter for word counts.
Additional Information
- Great for fitting text into character-limited fields like tweets or SMS messages.
- Counts UTF-16 code units; complex emojis or accented characters may count as more than one.