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LinkedIn Character Counter
Check character count for your LinkedIn content — posts, headlines, About, experience, comments, connection notes, and InMail. See where your text fits and what “see more” hides. Free, no login required.
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LinkedIn Character Counter
One box, every LinkedIn limit · autosaved
Counting for
Roughly the first 3 lines (~210 characters) show before “see more”.
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What's New in the Character Counter (2026 Upgrade)
10 LinkedIn fields
Post, comment, headline, About, experience, job title, connection note, InMail, and recommendation.
Where it fits
See instantly which LinkedIn fields your text fits — and how far over it is for the rest.
What gets cut
Over the limit? See the part that won't fit and copy just what does.
“See more” preview
For posts and About: the text people see before they tap.
Free vs Premium notes
Connection notes: 200 characters on free accounts, 300 with Premium.
Emoji-safe counting
Emojis and styled letters can count as 2 — we count them that way to keep you safe.
12 text stats
Words, sentences, lines, hashtags, mentions, links, emojis, reading time, and more.
Autosave
Your text and chosen field stay when you come back.
LinkedIn Character Limits at a Glance
- LinkedIn post
- 3,000
- Headline
- 220
- About section
- 2,600
- Experience description (per role)
- 2,000
- Comment
- 1,250
- Connection note (free / Premium)
- 200 / 300
- InMail message
- 1,900
- Post characters before “see more”
- ~210
LinkedIn Character Limits (Full Table)
The most consistently reported limits. LinkedIn changes limits occasionally — if its editor shows something different, trust the editor.
| Section | Limit | “See More” cutoff | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Post | 3,000 characters | ~210 characters | Roughly the first 3 lines (~210 characters) show before “see more”. |
| Comment | 1,250 characters | Varies | Long comments are also folded — lead with your point. |
| Headline | 220 characters | Full visible | Shown next to your name almost everywhere — the first ~60 characters matter most. |
| About | 2,600 characters | ~265 characters | About the first ~265 characters show before “see more” on your profile. |
| Experience description | 2,000 characters | Varies | Per role. Lead with results, not duties. |
| Job title | 100 characters | Full visible | Use the title people search for. |
| Connection note | 200 free / 300 Premium | Full visible | 300 with Premium; free accounts are limited to 200 characters and a few personalized notes a month. |
| InMail subject | 200 characters | Varies | Short subjects are easier to scan in an inbox. |
| InMail message | 1,900 characters | Varies | Most good InMails are far shorter than the limit. |
| Recommendation | 3,000 characters | Varies | Specific stories beat long lists of adjectives. |
| Company Page description | 2,000 characters | Varies | Commonly reported limit for a Page's “About” description. |
How to Use the Character Counter
- 01
Pick a LinkedIn Field
Choose what you're writing: a post, comment, headline, About section, experience description, job title, connection note, InMail, or recommendation.
- 02
Type or Paste Your Text
The count, the characters left, and the progress bar update as you type. Emojis and styled letters are counted safely.
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Check Fit & Fold
See which fields your text fits, what gets cut if it's too long, and — for posts and About — what shows before “see more”.
Character Count Tips by Section
“See More” Cutoff
Roughly the first 210 characters of a post appear before “see more” in the feed. Make them engaging to get more clicks. Use this space to hook your reader and make them want to read more.
Hashtags
Add 3-5 relevant hashtags at the end of your post to label your topics. Don't stuff hashtags — a long list looks spammy and adds little.
About Section
Your About section has 2,600 characters. Use them wisely! Tell your story, highlight achievements, and include relevant keywords for better search visibility.
Connection Notes
With only 200 characters on a free account (300 with Premium), make your connection request count. Mention something specific about the person and explain why you want to connect.
How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Posts
Hook in the First 210 Characters
Your first ~210 characters are crucial. They appear in the feed before “see more.” Make them compelling to stop the scroll and encourage clicks.
Use Line Breaks
Long paragraphs get skipped. Use line breaks, bullet points, and spacing to make your content easy to scan and read.
End With a Question or CTA
End your posts with a question or CTA. “What's your experience?” or “Share your thoughts below” encourages engagement.
Add Relevant Hashtags
Hashtags label what your post is about. Use 3-5 relevant hashtags that match your content and industry.
Why Character Count Matters
Nothing gets cut off
Stay under each limit so LinkedIn doesn't stop you or trim your text.
Shorter, focused writing
A limit forces you to cut filler — focused posts are easier to comment on and share.
A cleaner, professional look
Properly sized, well-formatted content looks more polished.
Better on mobile
Many LinkedIn members read on their phones — shorter posts and paragraphs read better on small screens.
6 Quick Ways to Cut Characters
Over the limit? These swaps shorten your text without losing meaning:
- I am really excited to announce that→Big news:−27 characters
- in order to→to−9 characters
- at this point in time→now−18 characters
- due to the fact that→because−13 characters
- a large number of→many−13 characters
- I would like to take this opportunity to thank→Thank you−37 characters
The Readability Checker finds 50+ wordy phrases like these automatically.
Do Emojis and Bold Text Count as More Than One Character?
Often, yes. Most emojis and Unicode “bold” or “italic” letters (like 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱) are stored as two code units. Many character counters count each one as two characters.
To keep you safely under every limit, this counter uses the higher number whenever your text contains them — and tells you when it does.
6 Character Limit Mistakes
Burying the point after “see more”
Put your main message in the first ~210 characters.
Using every one of the 3,000 characters
The limit isn't a target. Say it in as few words as it takes.
Keyword-stuffing the headline
Use the 220 characters for a clear role and value, not a list of every skill.
Writing a 300-character connection note on a free account
Free accounts get 200 characters — plan for that.
Forgetting emojis count
Each emoji can count as 2 characters.
Pasting from Word with odd spacing
Extra spaces and hidden line breaks count too — clean them up.
Who Should Use the LinkedIn Character Counter?
LinkedIn posters
Stay under 3,000 and keep the hook above “see more”.
Job seekers
Fit your headline, About, and experience into their limits.
Recruiters & sales
Write connection notes and InMails that fit — free or Premium.
Marketers & ghostwriters
Check client copy against every LinkedIn field at once.
Career coaches
Help clients trim profile sections to the right length.
Anyone writing recommendations
Keep recommendations focused and under the limit.
YouTube Tutorials: LinkedIn Limits & Length
- LinkedIn Character Limits ExplainedHeadline, About, posts, and more
- How Long Should a LinkedIn Post Be?Length and the “see more” fold
- Writing a LinkedIn HeadlineUsing 220 characters well
- LinkedIn Connection Request MessagesShort notes that get accepted
- Writing a LinkedIn About SectionUsing 2,600 characters well
- Editing for BrevityCutting words without losing meaning
Guides
Pro Tips for Writing Within LinkedIn Limits
Write long, then cut
Draft freely, then trim to the limit — it's easier than writing short.
Front-load every field
Headline, About, and posts are all judged on their first line.
Count emojis as 2
If you're close to a limit, each emoji matters.
Keep a short and long version
A 200-character note and a longer InMail for the same person.
Use the article editor for long reads
Over 3,000 characters? It's probably an article, not a post.
Check after formatting
Bold Unicode letters count double — re-check after styling.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does LinkedIn count spaces?
Yes, LinkedIn counts all characters including spaces, line breaks, and emojis. Some special characters — like emojis and Unicode “bold” letters — are stored as two code units, and many counters count them twice, so this tool uses the higher count to keep you safely under each limit.
What happens if I exceed the character limit?
LinkedIn won't let you publish or save text that's over the limit — the editor stops you or cuts it off. The counter shows exactly which part won't fit and lets you copy just the text that does.
What's the ideal LinkedIn post length?
There's no single magic number. Many creators find about 50-300 words (roughly 300-1,800 characters) works for most posts: long enough to say something useful, short enough to finish. Whatever the length, put your key message in the first ~210 characters, before “see more”.
What is the LinkedIn post character limit?
3,000 characters for a regular post. Longer pieces can be published as a LinkedIn article, which has a much higher limit and real formatting.
What is the LinkedIn headline character limit?
220 characters. It's shown next to your name in search, comments, and invitations, so the first ~60 characters do most of the work.
What is the LinkedIn About section character limit?
2,600 characters. Only roughly the first 265 characters show on your profile before “see more”, so open with who you help and how.
How long can a LinkedIn connection request note be?
200 characters on a free account and 300 with LinkedIn Premium. Free accounts can also only send a limited number of personalized notes each month — LinkedIn has changed that number over time, so check your invitation screen.
What is the character limit for LinkedIn comments?
1,250 characters. Long comments are also folded behind “see more”, so lead with your point.
What is the LinkedIn InMail character limit?
Commonly reported limits are 200 characters for the subject and 1,900 for the message. Most effective InMails are far shorter — a few sentences that get to the point.
How many characters can an experience description have?
About 2,000 characters per role, and job titles are limited to 100. Use the description for results, not a list of duties.
How much of my post shows before “see more”?
Roughly the first 3 lines or around 210 characters in the feed, depending on screen size and line breaks. Line breaks use up visible space faster than you'd think, so check the preview.
Are these limits official?
LinkedIn doesn't publish one complete official list, and it changes limits from time to time. These are the most consistently reported figures. If LinkedIn's editor shows a different limit, trust the editor.
Why does my count look higher than the number of characters I see?
Emojis and Unicode styled letters (like 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱) are stored as two code units each. Many counters — possibly including LinkedIn's — count them as two, so the tool uses the higher number to be safe.
Is this tool free?
Yes, completely free with no login required. Your text is saved automatically in your browser, and synced to your account when you're signed in.
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