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WhatsApp status character limit
A WhatsApp text status can be up to 700 characters. It disappears after 24 hours. The About line on your profile is a separate field with a limit of 139.
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Open the character counterWhatsApp status: the numbers
| Maximum | 700 characters |
|---|---|
| How it counts | Characters as you see them: an emoji or an accented letter is 1. Spaces and line breaks count. |
| English words that fit | 107–127 |
Last reviewed October 2026. Platforms change their limits; when it matters, check the platform’s help pages.
What counts as a character
- Every character counts, including emoji and spaces.
Best length vs the maximum
- Shorter statuses are easier to read on the coloured background; a sentence or two works best.
- Links in a status are clickable.
Questions and answers
How long can a WhatsApp status be?
700 characters for a text status.
How long can the WhatsApp About be?
139 characters. See WhatsApp About.