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Bluesky post character limit
A Bluesky post can be up to 300 characters. The limit is the same for every account.
Bluesky post character counter
Paste your text to check it against the 300 character limit. It runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Good to know
Bluesky post facts
- Bluesky counts visible characters, so an emoji or a flag counts as 1, unlike on X.
- There is no paid option for longer posts, so threads are the way to say more.
Tips
Writing a better Bluesky post
- Use threads for longer ideas, with each post able to stand on its own.
- Add alt text to images. Bluesky users expect it and it helps accessibility.
FAQ
Bluesky post: common questions
What is the Bluesky post character limit?+
A Bluesky post can be up to 300 characters. The limit is the same for every account.
Do spaces and emojis count toward the Bluesky post limit?+
Yes. Spaces, punctuation, line breaks and emojis all count. The counter on this page counts each emoji as one character.
What happens if a Bluesky post is over 300 characters?+
Bluesky will not accept more than 300 characters, so the extra text is blocked or cut off. Check the length before you paste it in.
Limits last checked October 2026. Platforms change them from time to time, so check the Bluesky editor if a number looks off.
Other character limits
Counting words instead? Use the Word and Character Counter or see how many pages any word count fills.