YouTube Title Length Checker
Check YouTube title and description length so your wording is not cut off in search and suggested videos.
100 characters remaining (0 / 100)
5000 characters remaining (0 / 5000)
YouTube titles are limited to 100 characters. Descriptions allow up to 5,000 characters.
What this tool does
YouTube titles truncate in search and suggested feeds — front-load keywords and keep display length in check.
Description limits matter too — first two lines appear above the fold on mobile.
How to use it
- 1
Enter your proposed YouTube title and description.
- 2
See character counts against YouTube limits and SERP display thresholds.
- 3
Refine title length for maximum visibility in search and suggested videos.
Title SEO basics
Primary keyword near the start. Avoid ALL CAPS — looks spammy. Numbers and brackets can lift CTR when relevant.
100 character max on YouTube; ~60 visible in most search results.
Tips
- Write three title variants and pick the shortest clear option.
- Pair with YouTube tag generator for metadata consistency.
Related tools
All tools →YouTube Tag Generator
Build YouTube tags from keyword combinations
YouTube Monetization Calculator
Estimate YouTube revenue from views and RPM
Image Resizer
Resize images to perfect dimensions for every social platform
Aspect Ratio Calculator
Calculate image ratios and social media dimensions
Hashtag Generator
Generate viral hashtags for Instagram, TikTok & Twitter with AI
AI Caption Generator
Write engaging captions for any social post instantly with AI
Related guides
Frequently asked questions
What is the YouTube title limit?▼
YouTube allows up to 100 characters, but titles over ~60 may truncate in search results.
Is data sent to YouTube?▼
No. This is a local character counter — nothing is published or uploaded.