A glitch text generator, also called a Zalgo text generator, stacks Unicode "combining marks" above, through and below each letter. The marks overlap each other and nearby lines, so the text looks corrupted, haunted or broken. The letters underneath are still normal, which is why glitch text stays partly readable. For cleaner styles, use our main fancy text generator.
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Glitch styles
Use the intensity slider above to set the "Custom glitch" style. The fixed styles are always available:
| Style | Example | Copy |
|---|---|---|
| Light glitch | G̍l̪̀ì̖tch͐ | |
| Medium glitch | G̸̨͉̖̍̌l̷͇͈̐̌i̸͐t̶̖͉̗͔ͯͫ͐c̎͂͂ͯh̡̙̬͗̌̍͊ | |
| Rising glitch | Gl̎iͮ̈́tͧ͗̌͌̉͛c̍́͑̉ͫȟ | |
| Dripping glitch | G̡̨̻͙li̧̭̹̰t̩̪͎̜͚̙c̰̯̻̭h̠ | |
| Scratched glitch | G̶l̵̴i̷̴t̴̸ch̸ |
Heavy glitch text can spill over nearby lines and is hard to read. That's the point of the effect, but use it in short bursts.
How glitch text works
Unicode includes about 112 combining diacritical marks (U+0300 to U+036F). Normally they add accents to letters, such as the acute accent in é. A glitch generator adds many of these marks to every letter at random. Most apps keep stacking them upward and downward, which creates the dripping, chaotic look.
Our generator uses a fixed random pattern based on your text, so the result does not change each time you type a letter. That makes it easier to pick the version you like.
How to use the glitch text generator
- Type a short word or phrase. Glitch text works best on a few words.
- Drag the intensity slider: low for a subtle flicker, high for heavy "cursed" text.
- Copy the custom glitch or one of the preset styles below it.
- Paste it and preview it. If the app trims the marks, try a lighter style.
Where glitch text works
- DiscordMessages and display names. Some servers use bots that remove Zalgo text, so check the rules.
- TikTok, Instagram and XBios and captions for horror, gaming or Halloween content.
- Roblox and gamesSome games show glitch text in bios. Many strip combining marks from names.
- Creepypasta and storiesA single corrupted word in a story adds atmosphere.
Limits to know about
- Some platforms remove or limit combining marks to stop text from overlapping their layout. Heavy styles carry a red "some apps remove these marks" label for this reason.
- Glitch text is unreadable for screen readers, which may read out dozens of mark names. Avoid it for anything important.
- Each mark counts as a character, so heavy glitch text uses up character limits very fast.
Prefer a cleaner edgy look? Try gothic text or upside down text.
Frequently asked questions
What is Zalgo text?
Zalgo text is another name for glitch text: normal letters covered in stacked Unicode combining marks. The name comes from an internet horror meme from the mid-2000s, in which text "corrupted" by a creature called Zalgo became more and more distorted.
Is glitch text the same as cursed or creepy text?
Yes. Glitch text, Zalgo text, cursed text and creepy text are different names for the same effect: letters covered in stacked combining marks. The more marks you add, the more "cursed" it looks.
How do I make glitch text?
Type your text above, choose an intensity with the slider or pick one of the preset glitch styles, then press Copy and paste it where you want.
Why does my glitch text look different after pasting?
Each app decides how many stacked marks to draw and how much space to give them. Some cut the marks off, and some remove them completely. Lighter glitch styles survive more apps.
Does glitch text work on Roblox?
It depends on the field. Roblox filters many special characters in usernames and display names, but some bios and in-game chats may show light glitch text. Test with a short word first.
Can glitch text crash apps or phones?
Normal glitch text from this tool does not crash modern apps. Text with thousands of marks can slow down very old devices, which is why the intensity is capped.