Instagram Character Counter
Paste your text below to count characters and words in real time and see exactly how much room you have left against every Instagram limit. The Instagram caption limit is 2,200 characters, and the bio limit is 150, the hashtags limit is 30. It all runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the character limit for Instagram?
The Instagram caption limit is 2,200 characters, and the bio limit is 150, the hashtags limit is 30. Going over means your text gets cut off, so check the count before you post.
How do I count characters for Instagram?
Type or paste your text in the box above and this tool counts characters and words as you go, then shows how much room is left against each Instagram limit. It runs in your browser with nothing uploaded.
Does the counter include spaces and emojis?
Yes. Spaces count as characters and each emoji counts too. This tool counts every character so your caption does not get truncated when you publish.
Why does my Instagram text get cut off?
Because it went over the limit. Instagram truncates anything past its cap, so checking the count first keeps your call to action and hashtags visible.
Can I schedule my Instagram post once it fits?
Yes. Once your text looks right, Quegly lets you schedule and auto-publish posts from a visual calendar across Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, X, Threads, LinkedIn®, and Bluesky. Plans start at $19.99 a month.