With spaces vs. without spaces
Use the count with spaces to check overall length, or without spaces when a form specifically excludes spaces.
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Korean Character & UTF-8 Byte Counter
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- Characters with spaces
- 0
- Characters without spaces
- 0
- Words
- 0
- Lines
- 0
- UTF-8 bytes
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
No limit
Check character counts and bytes together
Use this when writing text with a limit, such as an application, social post, or message. Check both characters and UTF-8 bytes when a form uses a byte limit.
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Your text is counted in this browser and is not saved on BaroTool servers.
FINAL SUBMISSION CHECK
Character limits and byte limits are different
A 500-character limit is not the same as a 1,500-byte limit. Korean text, emoji, and line breaks can change the UTF-8 byte total, so paste the final version and check the exact rule used by the destination.
CHARACTER & BYTE COUNT GUIDE
Should you check characters or bytes?
The number to check depends on whether a destination says “500 characters” or “1,000 bytes.” Paste the exact final text and include spaces, line breaks, and emoji when you check.
Character limits
Use this for applications, social posts, and product descriptions that specify a number of characters.
With or without spaces
Check the destination rule, then use the count that includes or excludes spaces.
UTF-8 byte limits
When text includes Korean, emoji, or symbols, verify the actual UTF-8 byte count as well.
A quick check before submitting
- Check whether the destination specifies characters or bytes.
- Paste the exact final version of your text.
- Review characters with or without spaces, or the UTF-8 byte total.
- When you are near the limit, check once more with every line break, emoji, and symbol included.
Frequently asked questions
How many bytes is a Korean character?
A standard Korean syllable commonly uses three bytes in UTF-8. Total bytes also depend on spaces, symbols, and emoji.
Do line breaks count as characters?
It can depend on the destination’s calculation. Paste the exact final text you plan to submit.
Is my text stored?
Counting happens in your current browser, and the text you enter is not stored separately.