Messages & email

Email Subject Line Character Counter

Keep subject lines short enough to show in full.

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About this limit

There is no strict limit, but most inboxes show around 60 characters on desktop and fewer on phones. This preset uses 60 as a guide.

Limit last checked October 11, 2026.

How limitpad counts

limitpad counts every visible character, including spaces and emoji.

Tips

  • Put the most important words first, since phones may show only 30–40 characters.

Frequently asked questions

How long should an email subject line be?
Under about 60 characters, ideally 30–50 for mobile.

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