Threads Character Counter

The Threads 500-character limit

Each Threads post holds up to 500 characters, which is more generous than X's 280 but far shorter than Instagram or Facebook. This counter tracks your post live so you know the moment you cross 500. If your idea needs more room, break it into a chain: post the first 500, then reply to yourself to continue, the way threads are meant to work.

Writing for Threads

Threads rewards conversational, punchy posts over polished essays. With 500 characters you have space for a real thought, a short list, or a question that invites replies, without the pressure to be exhaustive. If you cross-post from X, remember you have 220 extra characters here, so you can expand a tweet rather than paste it as-is. Links, emojis and @mentions all count toward the 500.

Common questions

What is the character limit on Threads? 500 characters per post.

How do I post more than 500 characters on Threads? Split the idea into a chain by replying to your own post, so each part stays within 500.

Do links and emojis count? Yes, every visible character counts, including links, emojis, hashtags and spaces.

Related: Threads scheduler and the X (Twitter) character counter.