Twitter character count

On Twitter, the character limit for a single tweet is 280 characters. This includes letters, numbers, spaces, punctuation marks, and emojis. 

The character count also includes media attachments such as images, GIFs, or videos, as well as usernames when you reply to or mention other users.

However, it’s important to note that not all characters are counted equally. For example, some special characters and emojis may count as more than one character due to their encoding. Twitter has a built-in character counter that updates in real-time as you type your tweet, helping you keep track of the remaining characters.

In addition to the 280-character limit for individual tweets, Twitter also has some specific limits for certain actions:

– Username (Handle): Usernames, also known as handles, can have a maximum of 15 characters. This is the unique identifier that represents an individual account.

– Retweet with Comment: When you retweet a tweet and add a comment, the character limit for the comment is still 280 characters. However, if the original tweet is long, it may be truncated when combined with your comment.

– Direct Messages (DMs): The character limit for direct messages on Twitter is 10,000 characters.

It’s important to keep tweets concise and engaging within the character limit to effectively communicate your message and encourage interaction with your followers.