Free Character Count
A free character count tool you can use online with no sign-up or install. Type text and the character count with and without spaces, UTF-8 bytes, and manuscript pages (per 200 characters) are calculated in real time. Handy for checking essay, report, and post length limits. All calculations happen in your browser, so your text is never sent anywhere.
How to use
- Type or paste the text you want to count into the input box.
- As you type, the character count with/without spaces, bytes, and manuscript pages appear at the top.
- If needed, use "Copy text" to copy your input as-is.
What makes this character count useful
- Completely free · no sign-up · no install — use it online right away
- Calculated in your browser, so your text is never sent anywhere
- See character counts with and without spaces at the same time
- Counts emoji and special characters accurately as one character
- Check byte limits and manuscript pages all at once
Frequently asked questions
Is the character count free?
Yes, it is completely free. You can use it right in your browser with no sign-up or software install.
Is the text I enter sent to a server?
No. All calculations happen inside your browser, and the text you enter is never sent to any external server.
What's the difference between with and without spaces?
With spaces is the total including spaces and line breaks; without spaces removes all whitespace. Essays usually use the with-spaces count.
Why is the byte count shown?
It shows the UTF-8 byte count for places with byte limits like forums, SMS, and databases. Non-Latin characters are often 3 bytes each.