LinkedIn Character Counter
Optimize posts, headlines and summaries for maximum impact
Feed Post0 / 3,000
Post character limit
Post preview0 / 210
Visible before 'see more'
Headline0 / 220
Profile headline limit
About / Summary0 / 2,600
About section limit
Connection Message0 / 300
Invite to connect note
Comment0 / 1,250
Post comment limit
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LinkedIn Character Counter — Guide 2026
3,000
post chars
210
preview chars
220
headline chars
300
connect msg
LinkedIn feed posts can contain up to 3,000 characters, but the feed shows only the first 210 characters before the "see more" link.
The LinkedIn headline supports up to 220 characters and appears in search results and connection requests.
About section
The About (Summary) section allows up to 2,600 characters. Include keywords that recruiters and prospects search for.
Tips for LinkedIn posts
- Start with a hook in the first 210 characters — that's all people see before 'see more'
- Use line breaks generously — white space increases readability
- Add 3–5 relevant hashtags at the end of posts
- Keep connection request notes under 300 chars and personalize them
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LinkedIn post character limit?
LinkedIn feed posts are limited to 3,000 characters. Only the first 210 characters are shown before the 'see more' link.
How long can a LinkedIn headline be?
LinkedIn headlines can be up to 220 characters long.
What is the LinkedIn connection request message limit?
LinkedIn connection request notes are limited to 300 characters.
What is the LinkedIn About section character limit?
The LinkedIn About section allows up to 2,600 characters.
How many characters can a LinkedIn comment have?
LinkedIn comments are limited to 1,250 characters.