Twitter/X Poll Character Limit

Craft engaging polls — check your question and option lengths before posting.

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Twitter/X Poll Character Limits Explained

Twitter/X polls are a powerful engagement tool. Here are the character limits you need to know:

Poll Limits at a Glance

  • Poll Question: The question is your tweet text, so it follows the standard 280 character limit.
  • Each Poll Option: Limited to 25 characters per option.
  • Number of Options: You can have 2, 3, or 4 options per poll.
  • Poll Duration: Polls can run from 5 minutes to 7 days.

Tips for Creating Engaging Polls

  • Keep options concise: With only 25 characters per option, use abbreviations or short phrases. For example, use "JS" instead of "JavaScript".
  • Ask clear questions: A specific question gets more votes than a vague one.
  • Use emojis in options: Emojis catch the eye and save character space while adding visual appeal.
  • Balance your options: Provide genuinely distinct choices to encourage participation.
  • Add context in the tweet: Use the tweet text to provide background, and keep the options short and punchy.

Poll Duration Strategy

The default poll duration on Twitter/X is 24 hours. However, shorter polls (1-2 hours) can create urgency, while longer polls (3-7 days) allow you to gather more responses. Choose based on your audience size and engagement goals.