Strikethrough Text Generator
Convert your text into strikethrough, underline, and other line styles. Type your text, pick a style, click to copy — paste line-styled text anywhere.
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Y̅a̅y̅T̅e̅x̅t̅ ̅m̅a̅k̅e̅s̅ ̅t̅e̅x̅t̅ ̅f̅u̅n̅ ̅✨̅
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About Strikethrough Text
Strikethrough text is commonly used to indicate deleted, corrected, or outdated content. It's also a popular stylistic choice for humor, sarcasm, and dramatic effect in social media posts and messages.
This generator converts your text using Unicode combining characters to add lines through, under, or over your text. These work everywhere — no special formatting support needed. Copy and paste them into any platform.
Line Styles Compared
Strikethrough — Classic line through the middle of text. The most recognized way to show deleted or corrected content.
Underline — A line beneath each character. Great for emphasis and drawing attention to key phrases.
Double Underline — Two lines beneath each character. Extra emphasis for important text — stands out even more than single underline.
Overline — A line above each character. Unique and eye-catching — rarely seen, so it grabs attention instantly.
Dotted — Dots beneath each character. A subtle, decorative effect that adds texture without overpowering.
Best Uses for Strikethrough Text
- Social media humor — Cross out what you "really" meant to say for comedic effect
- Showing corrections — Display old prices, previous information, or edited content visually
- To-do lists — Mark completed tasks with a satisfying line through them
- Dramatic emphasis — Use strikethrough for sarcasm, irony, or rhetorical contrast
- Creative bios — Combine strikethrough with regular text for unique profile descriptions
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make strikethrough text for social media?
Use this generator to convert your text into Unicode strikethrough characters. Type your text above, choose a line style, click to copy, then paste it into any social media platform — Instagram, Twitter/X, Facebook, TikTok, and more.
Is this the same as HTML or Markdown strikethrough?
No. HTML <del> tags and Markdown ~~text~~ only work on platforms that render them. Unicode strikethrough uses combining characters that display the line effect everywhere — bios, usernames, posts, and platforms with no formatting support.
Will strikethrough text work in Instagram bios?
Yes! Unicode strikethrough characters work in Instagram bios, captions, comments, and DMs. Since Instagram doesn't support Markdown or rich text, Unicode combining characters are the only way to get strikethrough text.
What's the difference between the line styles?
Strikethrough puts a line through the middle. Underline adds a line below. Double Underline adds two lines below for extra emphasis. Overline puts a line above. Dotted adds dots beneath. Try them all above to find your favorite.
Can I use strikethrough text to show sale prices?
Absolutely! Strikethrough is widely used to show original prices crossed out next to discounted prices. It's a clear visual cue that works on any platform — great for social media promotions and marketplace listings.
Is this tool free?
Completely free. No sign-up, no app download, no watermarks. Just type, copy, and paste.