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Check character limits for every LinkedIn content type. See exactly how your post, headline, or comment will look before you publish.
LinkedIn Character Limits in 2026
Every character limit you need to know, verified and up to date.
| Content Type | Limit |
|---|---|
| Post (text-only) | 3,000 |
| Post (with image/video) | 3,000 |
| Headline | 220 |
| About / Summary | 2,600 |
| Comment | 1,250 |
| Connection Request | 300 |
| InMail Subject | 200 |
| InMail Body | 2,000 |
How to Use This Tool
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Select post, headline, comment, connection request, or any other LinkedIn content type.
Write or paste your text
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Preview before posting
See exactly how your content looks on LinkedIn, including where the "see more" fold appears on desktop and mobile.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LinkedIn post character limit in 2026?
LinkedIn posts can be up to 3,000 characters long. This limit was increased from 1,300 characters in June 2023 and remains unchanged in 2026.
Where does LinkedIn show "See more"?
It depends on the content type and device. For posts with images or video, LinkedIn truncates at roughly 210 characters on desktop and 140 on mobile. Text-only posts get more room: about 480 characters on desktop before the fold. The cutoff is technically line-based, so exact numbers vary slightly with word length and formatting.
What is the LinkedIn headline character limit?
Your LinkedIn headline can be up to 220 characters. However, only about 60-70 characters display in search results, connection cards, and comment sections. Write the most important part first.
Do hashtags and emojis count toward the character limit?
Yes. Every character counts, including hashtags, emojis, spaces, and line breaks. Each emoji counts as one or more characters depending on the emoji.
What is the ideal LinkedIn post length?
Research suggests 1,200-1,500 characters performs best for engagement. But the most important thing is your hook: the first 140-210 characters that show before the "see more" button. If your hook doesn't stop the scroll, post length doesn't matter.
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