Facebook character counter
Facebook's technical cap is 63,206 characters, but the feed truncates at about 477. Check both here.
A Facebook post can technically hold 63,206 characters, but the feed shows only about the first 477 before 'See more'. Short posts win: Facebook's own data has long shown posts under 80 characters get more engagement than long ones.
Facebook character limits
What counts, and what doesn't
- The 63,206 cap is a famous engineering quirk (63,206 spells 'FACE' in a loose hex pun) and not a target. Almost nothing over 500 characters gets read in feed.
- About 477 characters show before the 'See more' fold on desktop; mobile can fold even earlier.
- Link previews render below the text and do not consume characters.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Facebook post character limit?
63,206 characters, by far the largest of any major network. The practical limit is the 'See more' fold at roughly 477 characters.
How long should a Facebook post be?
Short. Posts under about 80 characters consistently see higher engagement in feed. If you need length, put it in the first comment or link out.
Does a link count toward the limit?
The URL text counts if you leave it in the post body, but the preview card itself uses no characters. Many pages delete the raw URL once the preview renders.
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