The Zalgo Text Generator creates creepy, glitchy “cursed” text by stacking Unicode diacritic marks above, through, and below your letters. Type your text and copy the distorted result to paste into posts, usernames, and messages for a chaotic, corrupted effect.
Zalgo text is built entirely from combining characters layered onto normal letters, so it copies and pastes as text. Everything runs in your browser.
How to make zalgo text
- Type or paste your text.
- The glitched zalgo version appears instantly.
- Click Copy.
- Paste it wherever you want the cursed effect.
How zalgo text works
Zalgo, also called glitch or cursed text, works by adding many combining diacritical marks (the accents that normally sit above or below a letter) to each character at once. Piled up, they spill above and below the line to create the signature corrupted, “possessed” look. This tool stacks a mix of upper, middle, and lower marks so the effect is dense but still readable.
Where it works — and warnings
Zalgo is popular for spooky posts, gaming names, and dramatic effect. Because it uses so many combining marks, some apps limit how many they render, and a few platforms strip or flatten it; very heavy zalgo can also overflow into lines above and below. Screen readers cannot interpret it, and some sites may flag excessive combining characters, so use it sparingly and never for essential information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make zalgo / glitch text?
Type your text here and the tool adds stacked combining marks to create the cursed look. Copy it and paste it anywhere that accepts text.
What is zalgo text?
Zalgo (glitch or cursed) text is normal letters overloaded with combining diacritical marks, which makes it look corrupted and distorted.
Why does it look different in some apps?
Some platforms limit or strip combining characters, so heavy zalgo may render less intensely or be flattened. It looks fullest where combining marks are supported.
Is it safe to use?
Yes — it is just text. But because it relies on many combining marks, use it sparingly; screen readers cannot read it and some sites may restrict it.