How to Use This Tool
Choose a Style
Generate strikethrough text online for free - select Strikethrough (horizontal line), Slash (diagonal line), or Tilde (wavy line) from the style tabs.
Enter Your Text
Type directly into the input editor, paste with Ctrl+V, drag and drop a .txt file, or click Upload. The output updates instantly as you type.
Preview the Output
The struck-through text appears in real time in the output panel. Switch between all three styles to compare how your text looks.
Copy or Download
Use Copy to copy the strikethrough text to your clipboard, Download to save as a .txt file, or Clear to reset both panels.
Strikethrough Text FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
Is my text uploaded to a server?
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No. This tool runs 100% in your browser. Your text is never uploaded anywhere. All strikethrough conversion happens entirely on your device.
How does the strikethrough effect work?
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The tool adds invisible Unicode combining characters after each letter in your text. These characters instruct the display to draw a line through the preceding character. The result is real text that can be copied and pasted anywhere.
What is the difference between the three styles?
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Strikethrough draws a horizontal line through each character. Slash draws a diagonal line through each character. Tilde draws a wavy line through each character. All three use different Unicode combining characters.
Where can I paste strikethrough text?
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Anywhere that supports Unicode - social media (Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok), messaging apps (Discord, WhatsApp, Telegram, Slack), emails, notes, and any plain text field.
Why does it look different on some platforms?
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The strikethrough line position and thickness depend on the font used by the platform. Sans-serif and monospace fonts generally render it most consistently.
Can I upload a text file?
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Yes. Click Upload to select a .txt file, or drag and drop a text file directly onto the input area. The file contents are loaded instantly for conversion.
Are spaces struck through?
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No. Whitespace characters (spaces, tabs, newlines) are preserved without strikethrough, keeping the text readable and properly formatted.
What happens if I refresh the page?
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Your input text is automatically saved to your browser's local storage. Refreshing restores your text exactly as you left it. Click Clear to remove stored data.
What Is a Strikethrough Text Generator?
A strikethrough text generator creates crossed-out text using Unicode combining characters. Unlike strikethrough that only works in supported editors, Unicode strikethrough produces real text characters that can be copied and pasted anywhere - social media, messaging apps, emails, and more.
This free online tool offers three strikethrough styles: horizontal line, diagonal slash, and wavy tilde. It runs 100% in your browser - no text is sent to any server. The output updates in real time as you type.
Strikethrough Text Features
Strikethrough Style
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Draws a horizontal line through each character using Unicode combining long stroke overlay. This is the standard strikethrough style used across most platforms and messaging apps.
Slash Style
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Draws a diagonal slash through each character using Unicode combining long solidus overlay. Creates a visually distinct crossed-out effect different from standard strikethrough.
Tilde Style
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Draws a wavy line through each character using Unicode combining tilde overlay. Produces a unique wavy strikethrough effect for creative and decorative text.
Works Everywhere
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Unlike editor-specific strikethrough, Unicode strikethrough works in plain text fields - social media bios, chat messages, email subjects, and any input that supports Unicode.
File Upload & Drag and Drop
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Upload a .txt file using the Upload button or drag and drop a text file directly onto the input area. The file contents are loaded instantly for conversion.
Who Needs a Strikethrough Text Generator?
Social Media Users
Create strikethrough text for posts, bios, and comments on Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok, and Discord.
Writers
Show corrections, revisions, or deleted content in plain text where editor-based strikethrough is not available.
Editors
Mark suggested deletions and revisions in plain text feedback, comments, and review notes.
Marketers
Cross out old prices next to new ones in social posts, ads, and promotional content for visual impact.
Content Creators
Add humor and emphasis by crossing out words for comedic effect or to show a change of mind in captions.
Students
Mark completed tasks, cross out wrong answers, or show revisions in plain text notes and messages.
Teachers
Show corrections and edits in plain text feedback to students where rich text formatting is not supported.
Email Marketers
Create crossed-out text for promotional emails showing price drops and limited-time offers.
Copywriters
Use strikethrough for dramatic effect in headlines, showing what was versus what is now.
Bloggers
Add strikethrough text to blog post titles, updates, and corrections for transparency and humor.
YouTubers
Use strikethrough in video titles, descriptions, and community posts for attention-grabbing text.
Podcast Hosts
Add strikethrough to show notes and episode descriptions for corrections or humorous asides.
Discord Users
Create strikethrough messages in servers and DMs where standard Discord formatting may not be enough.
Reddit Users
Use Unicode strikethrough when posting or commenting on subreddits for emphasis or corrections.
WhatsApp Users
Send crossed-out text in WhatsApp messages and group chats for fun or to show corrections.
Telegram Users
Create strikethrough messages in Telegram chats and channels where formatting options are limited.
LinkedIn Users
Add strikethrough text to LinkedIn posts and articles for professional emphasis and updates.
Customer Support
Show corrections and updates in support tickets and chat messages using plain text strikethrough.
Product Managers
Mark completed items, deprecated features, or removed requirements in plain text specifications.
Project Managers
Cross out completed tasks and resolved issues in plain text project updates and status reports.
Gamers
Create strikethrough text for gaming profiles, forum posts, and in-game chat for creative expression.
Designers
Preview strikethrough text effects for UI designs where crossed-out pricing or corrections are needed.
Developers
Generate Unicode test strings with combining characters for text rendering and input validation testing.
Everyone
Create crossed-out text instantly on any device - just type, choose a style, and copy the strikethrough text anywhere.
Strikethrough Methods Compared
| Method | Syntax | Works In |
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| Unicode (this tool) | H̶e̶l̶l̶o̶ | Everywhere (plain text, social media, chat) |
| Markdown | ~~Hello~~ | GitHub, Reddit, Discord, Slack |
| HTML | <del>Hello</del> | Websites and HTML emails |
| CSS | text-decoration: line-through | Web pages only (styling) |
Tips for Using Strikethrough Text
Use for price comparisons
Cross out old prices and place the new price next to it. Great for social media promotions, ads, and sale announcements.
Works on most platforms
Unicode strikethrough works on Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, Discord, WhatsApp, Telegram, and most apps that support Unicode.
Spaces are preserved
Whitespace characters (spaces, tabs, newlines) are not struck through, keeping the text readable and properly formatted.
Try all three styles
Switch between Strikethrough (horizontal), Slash (diagonal), and Tilde (wavy) to find the style that best fits your message.
Combine with other effects
Layer strikethrough with bold/italic, zalgo, or upside-down text from our other tools for creative multi-effect text.
Some fonts render differently
The strikethrough line position and thickness can vary by font. Sans-serif and monospace fonts generally render it most consistently.
Privacy & Security
This tool runs 100% in your browser. Your text is never uploaded to any server. It is stored only in your browser's local storage so it persists when you refresh the page.
You can clear it at any time using the Clear button. No cookies are used, no analytics track your text content, and no third-party services have access to what you type.