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LinkedIn post character counter
Write your LinkedIn post and see how many of the 3,000 characters you have used. The counter is preset to the post limit, with the profile limits and tips for the first lines.
- Free
- No sign-up
- Runs in your browser
Most used words
100% private — your text is analysed in your browser and never sent to any server.
Next step
Keep going with your result in another tool. Nothing is uploaded.
How it works
Check the limit
The limit is already selected; change it to compare with another.
Edit until it fits
Trim the text, then copy it into your app.
How to check your character count
To check your character count, type or paste your text in the box above. The counter shows how many characters you have used against the limit already selected for this page, and warns you when you go over. Words, sentences and reading time update too. Everything is counted in your browser and nothing is uploaded.
LinkedIn character limits
| Where | Limit |
|---|---|
| Post | 3,000 characters |
| Comment | 1,250 characters |
| Profile headline | 220 characters |
| About section | 2,600 characters |
| Visible before see more | roughly 210 characters |
The first lines decide everything
LinkedIn shows only the first lines of a post, roughly 210 characters, before the see more link. Whoever does not tap it reads only that opening, so use it for a strong first sentence that makes the value clear. The counter shows how much you write beyond that point.
Post structure that reads well
- One idea per post, stated in the first line.
- Short paragraphs of one or two sentences, with blank lines between them.
- A concrete detail, such as a number, a story or an example, to make it credible.
- A closing question to invite comments.
Length and engagement
There is no ideal length: a sharp 600-character post can beat a 2,500-character one. Use the reading time shown by the counter as a guide, aiming for a post that can be read in about a minute unless the story needs more. Keep hashtags to three or so, at the end.
Private by design
Your text is processed in your browser and never sent to a server, so you can safely convert drafts, contracts, code or anything private.
Frequently asked questions
What is the LinkedIn post character limit?
3,000 characters for a post. Comments allow 1,250, the headline 220 and the About section 2,600.
How much of a post is visible before see more?
Roughly the first 210 characters, depending on the device. Write the hook to fit in that space.
Do line breaks and emoji count?
Yes. Line breaks, emoji and hashtags all count towards the 3,000 characters.
Is this converter free?
Yes. There is no sign-up and no limit, and it runs in your browser, so nothing you type is sent to a server.
Does it work on a phone?
Yes. It works in any modern mobile browser, and the result updates as you type.
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