Count your TikTok caption against the 2,200-character limit.
TikTok captions can be up to 2,200 characters, and they do real work: the platform reads your caption for search and recommendations, so keyword-rich, well-trimmed captions help your video get found. Paste your caption to track length live.
Below are TikTok's character limits across captions, bio and username, with an example of tightening a caption hook and answers to the questions creators ask most.
| Field | Limit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Caption | 2,200 characters | Hashtags count toward this limit. |
| Bio | 80 characters | — |
| Username | 24 characters | — |
| Display name | 30 characters | — |
| Comment | 150 characters | — |
Last verified: June 2026
Tightening a rambling caption into a searchable, hook-first opener.
Okay so in this video I'm basically going to be showing you guys a few of the little things that I personally do every single morning that have honestly completely changed my whole entire daily routine for the better.
3 small morning habits that completely changed my daily routine ☕ #morningroutine #productivity #habits
TikTok captions can be up to 2,200 characters. Hashtags count toward that total, so leave room for them.
Yes. Hashtags are counted character-for-character within the 2,200-character caption limit.
Your TikTok bio can be up to 80 characters, your username up to 24 characters, and your display name up to 30 characters.
Yes. TikTok uses caption text and hashtags to understand and recommend your video, so clear, keyword-relevant captions can improve discoverability.
The first line of your caption is what viewers scan while the video plays. A tight hook in roughly the first 150 characters keeps attention before anything is hidden or scrolled past.
See the full breakdown in our social media character limits guide.