How X counts characters
| What you type | Counts as |
|---|---|
| Letters, numbers, spaces and most punctuation | 1 each |
| Any link (shortened by X) | 23 |
| Emoji | 2 |
| Chinese, Japanese and Korean characters | 2 each |
A standard account can post 280 counted characters. X Premium subscribers can post longer texts, up to 25,000 characters. This counter follows X's published counting rules; rare characters may count slightly differently in the app.
Writing posts that fit
- Put the link at the end: it always costs 23 characters, however long it is.
- Replace long phrases with shorter words before cutting meaning.
- For longer ideas, split the text into a thread with a clear first post.
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Frequently asked questions
How many characters can a post on X have?
280 counted characters for a standard account. X Premium subscribers can post up to 25,000 characters.
Why does a link count as 23 characters?
X shortens every link with its own t.co service, so each link takes the same 23 characters whatever its real length.
Do emoji count as 2 characters on X?
Yes. Emoji, and Chinese, Japanese and Korean characters, count as 2 characters each.
Is my text sent anywhere?
No. The count is calculated in your browser.
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