YouTube Title Character Counter
Check your title length before it gets cut off.
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Type a title to check its length.
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About the YouTube Title Character Counter
The YouTube Title Character Counter shows your title length live as you type, so you know exactly how it will appear before you publish. YouTube allows up to 100 characters, but titles are often truncated much earlier — around 60 characters — in search results, suggested videos, and especially on mobile. This tool keeps you in the safe zone.
It counts characters and words instantly, warns you when you cross the recommended length, and reminds you to front-load your main keyword and hook so the important part is always visible. It runs entirely in your browser — nothing is sent to a server.
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How to use it
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Type or paste your title
Enter the title you're considering. The counter updates on every keystroke.
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Watch the meter
Green means you're within the safe length, yellow is borderline, red means it will likely get cut off.
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Trim and front-load
Aim for 60 characters or fewer and put your keyword and hook first so nothing important is truncated.
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum YouTube title length?
YouTube allows up to 100 characters in a title. However, feeds usually display only the first 60 or so, so treat 60 as your practical target.
Why does my title get cut off?
Search results, the suggested sidebar, and mobile apps all have limited space. Anything past roughly 60 characters gets replaced with an ellipsis (…).
Where should I put my keyword?
At the very start. Front-loading your main keyword ensures it's visible even when the title is truncated, and it helps YouTube understand your topic.
Does the counter send my title anywhere?
No. The counting happens entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded or stored.
Is it free?
Yes, completely free with no signup and no limits.