Free tool
LinkedIn character counter
Check your post length and see where LinkedIn adds the "see more" cut, before you publish.
- Characters
- 0
- Words
- 0
- Lines
- 0
"See more" preview
Readers see about 210 characters on desktop (about 140 on mobile) before LinkedIn cuts the post. Everything after that is hidden until they click.
Your preview appears here
How to use it
- Paste your draft into the box.
- Watch the counter against the 3,000 character post limit.
- Check the "see more" preview and make sure your first lines earn the click.
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LinkedIn character counter FAQ
What is the LinkedIn post character limit?
A LinkedIn post can be up to about 3,000 characters. LinkedIn may change limits over time, so the counter is a guide, not a guarantee.
How many characters show before "see more"?
Roughly 210 characters on desktop and fewer on mobile, around 140. Only that opening is visible until a reader clicks, so your hook must fit inside it.
Do emojis and line breaks count as characters?
Yes. Emojis, spaces and line breaks all count toward the limit. This counter counts emojis as one character each, the way people usually expect.
What is the best LinkedIn post length?
There is no single best length. Short posts of a few lines and longer story posts both work if the first two lines are strong. Test a few lengths and check your own analytics.
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