Zalgo Text Generator
Create spooky, glitched, and corrupted text effects perfect for horror themes and creative content.
Zalgo Text Generator
Floating marks above text
Dripping marks below text
Crossing marks through text
Understanding Zalgo Text
What is Zalgo Text?
Zalgo text uses Unicode combining characters to create a corrupted, glitched appearance. These invisible marks stack on top of, below, and through regular letters, creating chaos.
- • Combines normal text with diacritical marks
- • Creates supernatural, horror-like effects
- • Uses legitimate Unicode standards
- • Popular in internet culture and memes
Creative Applications
- • Horror-themed content and stories
- • Halloween decorations and invitations
- • Gaming usernames and profiles
- • Social media posts and memes
- • Creative writing and poetry
- • Art projects and digital design
- • Themed party invitations
- • YouTube thumbnails and titles
Zalgo Text Examples
Normal text:
Hello World
Light Zalgo:
H̃ẽl̃l̃õ W̃õr̃l̃d̃
Medium Zalgo:
H̸̢̛̗̘̰̮̱̲̳̹̺̻̼̽̾̿̀́̂̃̄̅̆̇̈̉̊̋̌̍̎̏ẽ̸̢̛̗̘̰̮̱̲̳̹̺̻̼̽̾̿̀́̂̃̄̅̆̇̈̉̊̋̌̍̎̏l̸̢̛̗̘̰̮̱̲̳̹̺̻̼̽̾̿̀́̂̃̄̅̆̇̈̉̊̋̌̍̎̏l̸̢̛̗̘̰̮̱̲̳̹̺̻̼̽̾̿̀́̂̃̄̅̆̇̈̉̊̋̌̍̎̏ỡ̸̢̗̘̰̮̱̲̳̹̺̻̼̽̾̿̀́̂̃̄̅̆̇̈̉̊̋̌̍̎̏
Types of Combining Characters
| Position | Effect | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Above | Floating, ascending marks | T̂̃̄̅̆̇̈̉ |
| Below | Dripping, descending marks | T̗̘̙̜̝̞̟̠ |
| Through | Crossing, overlaying marks | T̶̷̸̡̢̧̨̩ |
💡 Tips for Using Zalgo Text
- • Start with light corruption for better readability
- • Use sparingly in professional contexts
- • Test on different devices to ensure compatibility
- • Consider accessibility - screen readers may struggle with heavy corruption
- • Perfect for Halloween, horror themes, and creative projects
- • Combine with appropriate fonts for maximum effect
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zalgo text and how does it work?
Zalgo text is a form of corrupted text that appears 'glitched' or 'cursed' by combining normal characters with Unicode combining characters (diacritical marks). These marks stack above, below, and through the base characters, creating a chaotic, supernatural appearance.
Why is it called 'Zalgo' text?
The name comes from a creepypasta character called 'Zalgo' who represents chaos and corruption. The glitched text style became associated with this character and horror-themed content, hence the name 'Zalgo text' or 'cursed text'.
Is Zalgo text safe to use on social media?
While Zalgo text is generally safe, some platforms may have restrictions on excessive use of combining characters as it can affect readability and accessibility. Use it moderately and be mindful of your audience.
Can I control how 'glitched' the text appears?
Yes! Our generator offers intensity controls for different types of corruption - you can adjust the amount of marks above, below, and through the text to create anything from subtle glitching to extreme corruption.
Will Zalgo text work on all devices and platforms?
Most modern devices and platforms support Unicode combining characters, so Zalgo text should display correctly. However, the exact appearance may vary slightly between different fonts and systems.
What are some creative uses for Zalgo text?
Zalgo text is popular for horror-themed content, Halloween decorations, gaming usernames, creative writing, memes, social media posts, and anywhere you want to create an eerie or supernatural effect.
Can I reverse Zalgo text back to normal?
Yes, you can clean Zalgo text by removing the combining characters. Our tool includes a 'clean' mode that strips away the corruption marks to reveal the original text underneath.
Are there different styles of text corruption?
Yes! You can create different effects by adjusting which types of combining marks are used - marks above create a 'floating' effect, marks below create a 'dripping' effect, and marks through create a 'scratched' or 'crossed-out' appearance.