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Mastodon Character Limits by Instance

Automatic detection and display of instance-specific character limits

Mastodon instances set their own character limits - typically 500, but can be 1000, 5000, or even unlimited. Statuz detects your instance's limit automatically and displays correct count. Post up to instance limit without guesswork.

How to Use

  1. 1Connect to mastodon.social (500 char limit)
  2. 2Open composer with Mastodon account
  3. 3Show character counter: "500"
  4. 4Type 450 characters
  5. 5Counter shows: "50 remaining"
  6. 6Connect to different instance (1000 char limit)
  7. 7Open composer with new account
  8. 8Counter shows: "1000"
  9. 9Type 700 characters
  10. 10Counter shows: "300 remaining"
  11. 11Demonstrate automatic limit detection
  12. 12Show different limits for different instances
  13. 13Verify posting works up to instance limit

Key Features

  • Automatic Detection - Queries instance for limit
  • Variable Limits - 500, 1000, 5000, unlimited
  • Per-Instance Counter - Shows correct limit per account
  • Real-Time Display - Count updates as you type
  • Multi-Account Support - Different limits for different accounts
  • No Manual Configuration - Limit detected automatically
  • Accurate Counting - Respects instance rules
  • Warning Colors - Yellow/red as approaching limit
  • Instance Query - API call fetches limit on connect
  • Default Fallback - Assumes 500 if detection fails
  • Unicode Counting - Proper character counting
  • Update Detection - If instance changes limit, updates
  • Cross-Instance - Manage accounts with different limits

Why It's Important

Mastodon's federated nature means different rules per instance. Statuz handles the complexity - you never need to remember or look up your instance's character limit.

Pro Tips

  • mastodon.social: 500 characters (standard)
  • Some instances: 1000, 5000, or unlimited
  • Automatic detection: No configuration needed
  • Multiple accounts: Each shows its instance limit
  • Longer posts: Choose instance with higher limits
  • Counter accurate: Trust the displayed limit
  • Approaching limit: Watch color change to yellow/red
  • Instance variation: Part of Mastodon's flexibility
  • Server rules: Each instance sets own limits
  • Statuz handles: Complexity transparent to you

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