About this limit
TikTok captions can be up to 4,000 characters, including hashtags. Only the start shows over the video, so lead with the hook.
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How limitpad counts
limitpad counts every visible character, including spaces, hashtags and emoji.
Tips
- Keep the first line short so it is readable over the video.
Frequently asked questions
- Do hashtags count in TikTok captions?
- Yes. Hashtags count toward the caption limit.
- Why does my scheduling tool stop at 2,200 characters?
- Tools that post through TikTok’s Content Posting API are limited to 2,200 characters. The 4,000-character limit applies when you write the caption in the TikTok app.