Zalgo Text Generator

About this Zalgo text generator

Zalgo text starts with ordinary letters and adds combining marks above, through and below them. A receiving font positions those marks around each base character, creating the crowded, glitchy effect associated with internet horror posts and corrupted-looking text.

The output remains a sequence of Unicode characters. It is not a downloadable font, an image, malware or a security feature. Because several marks can attach to one letter, a short visible word may contain many more code points than it appears to contain.

How to use the generator

1. Enter a short name, reaction or caption fragment.
2. Set a light intensity and choose where marks should appear.
3. Compare the three stable variations or use Regenerate for a new set.
4. Copy one result and preview it wherever it will be published.

What to know before using Zalgo text

Heavy combining marks are unpredictable across fonts and layouts. They may collide with a line above or below, get clipped inside a button, or create an unusually tall text box. Some apps limit repeated marks, remove them during normalization or reject the result entirely.

The effect can be difficult for screen readers, search tools and people with visual or cognitive accessibility needs. Do not use it for usernames people must search, account recovery details, links, instructions, warnings or essential contact information. Keep a plain-text version beside any important message.

Make the distortion support the idea

Zalgo works best on one short reveal, horror title, game label or playful reaction. A small amount of distortion usually communicates the mood more clearly than a wall of marks. Avoid using it to harass someone or make safety information unreadable. The strongest result is the one your audience can still understand.

References: Unicode Combining Diacritical Marks chart · Unicode Standard Annex 29: Text Segmentation