TikTok's Caption Limit, Explained
TikTok allows up to 2,200 characters in a video caption, and that total includes every hashtag and @mention you add. Very few creators need anywhere close to the full limit, but knowing exactly where you stand helps you decide how much room is left for a hook, a story and your hashtag set.
Why Long Captions Still Get "Cut Off"
Even a caption comfortably inside the 2,200 character limit will usually show only the first line or two on screen before TikTok displays a "more" link. That means your strongest hook and keyword should sit right at the start of the caption, not buried after several sentences, regardless of how much of the total limit you actually use.
TikTok Caption Character Counter: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the TikTok caption character limit?
TikTok allows up to 2,200 characters in a video caption, which includes any hashtags and @mentions you add.
Does this tool count my hashtags and mentions separately?
Yes, alongside the total character count it also shows a separate count of hashtags and @mentions found in your caption.
Why does TikTok sometimes cut off long captions on screen?
TikTok's app only displays the first couple of lines before showing a "more" link, so even captions within the 2,200 character limit may be visually truncated unless a viewer taps to expand them.
Is my caption text sent anywhere?
No, all counting happens locally in your browser, nothing is uploaded or saved.