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X (Twitter) display name character limit
An X (Twitter) display name can be up to 50 characters. Your @username is separate and limited to 15.
X (Twitter) display name character counter
Paste your text to check it against the 50 character limit. It runs in your browser, so nothing is uploaded.
Good to know
X (Twitter) display name facts
- You can change your display name as often as you like, unlike your @username, which changes your profile link.
- Display names are not unique, so many accounts can share one.
Tips
Writing a better X (Twitter) display name
- Use your real or brand name so people can find you in search.
- Long names are cut off in replies and mentions, so put the important part first.
FAQ
X (Twitter) display name: common questions
What is the X (Twitter) display name character limit?+
An X (Twitter) display name can be up to 50 characters. Your @username is separate and limited to 15.
Do spaces and emojis count toward the X (Twitter) display name limit?+
Yes, and some count double. On X, emojis and Chinese, Japanese and Korean characters count as 2, and every link counts as 23 no matter its length. The counter on this page follows those rules.
What happens if a X (Twitter) display name is over 50 characters?+
X will not accept more than 50 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 X 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.