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Plain Unicode text. Use Try example where available to see the expected shape.
Character Counter
Count UTF-16 units and visible Unicode symbols.
0
UTF-16 units
0
Visible symbols
0
No spaces
0
Words
Visible symbols use graphemes; reference budgets use UTF-16 units. Platform rules can differ.
Reference character budgets
Twitter/X0/280
Meta description0/160
SMS0/160
Instagram bio0/150
Last reviewed: Β· Testing methodology
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Count UTF-16 units and visible Unicode symbols.
Choose options and run
Select the relevant mode or settings. Automatic tools update as you type; other tools use the labeled primary action.
Review the result
Check the result against your input, then use the available copy or download action. Edits clear or recompute the result.
Examples and checks
How this tool works
UTF-16 length and Intl.Segmenter graphemes. Processing stays in your browser.
- Input
- AπeΜ
- Output
- 5 UTF-16 units; 3 visible symbols
Limits and questions
Inputs are processed in your browser. Analytics and advertising can make separate network requests.
Limits, edge cases, and troubleshooting
Reference budgets are approximate. Platform URL weighting, SMS encoding and display rules differ.
When to use another workflow
Use your target editor or runtime when exact platform behavior or a broader capability is required.
Verification
Review record: 2026-08-26. See the documented behavior and limitations above, and the testing standards for the scope of review.
Testing methodologyFrequently asked questions
- What does this tool support?
- Plain Unicode text. Reference budgets are approximate. Platform URL weighting, SMS encoding and display rules differ.
- Where is my input processed?
- Tool calculations and conversions run locally in your browser. Existing analytics and advertising requests are separate from input processing.