Cursed Text Generator
Create creepy, glitchy, and corrupted text effects. Transform normal text into zalgo text with adjustable intensity - from subtle glitch to extreme chaos.
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Where to Use Cursed Text
Discord Messages
Create spooky messages in Discord servers. Works great for Halloween events or horror-themed channels.
Gaming Usernames
Make your username stand out in games with a cursed, corrupted appearance.
Memes & Jokes
Add to meme images or use in comments for comedic creepy effect.
Halloween Content
Perfect for Halloween social media posts, party invitations, and themed content.
Social Media
Works on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and most other platforms.
Creative Writing
Add unsettling effects to horror stories, creepypasta, or ARG content.
How Cursed Text Works
Cursed text (also known as Zalgo text or glitch text) is created by adding Unicode combining characters to normal text. These combining diacritical marks stack above, below, and through the original letters, creating a corrupted appearance.
The Technical Details
Unicode has hundreds of combining characters that were originally designed for accents and diacritics in various languages. When you add multiple combining marks to a single character, they all render on top of each other, creating the "corrupted" or "glitchy" visual effect.
Why It's Called "Zalgo"
The name comes from a creepypasta meme featuring "Zalgo," an entity that corrupts everything it touches. The glitched text became associated with this character and is often used to create unsettling or horror-themed content.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is cursed text or zalgo text?▼
Cursed text (zalgo text) is regular text with Unicode combining characters added to create a corrupted, glitchy appearance. The characters stack above, below, and through letters to create the "cursed" effect.
Will cursed text work on Discord?▼
Yes! Cursed text works perfectly on Discord in messages, usernames, and server names. Just copy the generated text and paste it directly into Discord.
Why does my cursed text look different on different devices?▼
Different devices and browsers render Unicode combining characters slightly differently. The text will still appear corrupted, but the exact appearance may vary between platforms.
Can I control how crazy the cursed effect looks?▼
Yes! Use the intensity slider to adjust from "Mini" (subtle effect) to "Extreme" (maximum chaos). Higher intensity adds more combining characters, making the text more corrupted.
Is cursed text accessible or screen-reader friendly?▼
No, cursed text is not accessible. Screen readers may read each combining character individually, which creates a poor experience. Use it only for decorative purposes where accessibility isn't required.
Can I use cursed text in my username?▼
Many platforms allow cursed text in usernames, but some may filter it out or have character limits that prevent it. Gaming platforms and Discord generally allow it.