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YouTube Title Character Counter

YouTube displays approximately 100 characters of your video title in search results. This counter helps you craft titles that display fully without truncation. Includes word count and reading time for engagement optimization.

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Keep titles under 100 characters for full display

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About This Tool

Keep YouTube titles under 100 characters for full visibility

When to Use

  • • Optimizing video titles for search result visibility
  • • A/B testing different title lengths
  • • Ensuring titles display fully on mobile devices

Examples

  • Tutorial Video

    Craft a 95-character title that includes keywords and stays fully visible

  • Vlog Title

    Create a catchy 80-character title with room for emojis and branding

How to Optimize YouTube Titles

1. Select the "YouTube Video Title" preset for the 100-character limit.

2. Draft your title while watching the character count. Aim for 90-95 characters to ensure full display across devices.

3. Use the word count to balance keyword density with readability. Shorter, punchier titles often perform better.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is this YouTube counter free?
This YouTube counter is free because our business relies on enterprise IT services, not advertising revenue. Because this tool processes your text entirely in your browser, we pay nothing in server costs. We built it as a clean utility for creators.
Do my video titles leave my device?
No. Your draft titles never leave your device. This counter processes everything locally using browser-based JavaScript. No uploads. No server transfers. We have no access to your text. Your privacy is structurally guaranteed.
What is the ideal YouTube title length?
YouTube allows up to 100 characters, but only about 60 characters display fully in search results. Aim for 50-60 characters for optimal visibility, or up to 90-95 if you need the full space.
Should I include keywords in my title?
Yes. Include your primary keyword near the beginning of the title for SEO. Keep it natural and avoid keyword stuffing. The counter helps you balance length with keyword placement.
Do emojis count as characters?
Yes. Emojis typically count as 2-4 characters depending on the emoji. The counter includes them in the total, so you can see exactly how much space they consume.

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