Strikethrough Generator – Cross Out Text Instantly

Type once and instantly see your text crossed out in eight different styles — single strikethrough, double strikethrough, slash through, underline, double underline, wavy line and HTML tags. Copy and paste anywhere: Instagram, WhatsApp, Discord, X (Twitter), TikTok or any app that accepts plain text. No signup, runs entirely in your browser.

Type your text

Type something above to see it in 8 strikethrough styles you can copy and paste anywhere.

What does this Strikethrough Generator do?

This free online strikethrough generator converts ordinary letters and numbers into crossed-out text that looks like someone took a pen and drew a line through it. Type once, and the tool instantly shows your text in eight different strikethrough styles — from the classic single line to double strikethrough, slash through, underline, wavy line and standard HTML tags.

Unlike a word processor's strikethrough button, which applies formatting that gets stripped when you paste into social media, this tool uses Unicode combining characters — specifically the Combining Long Stroke Overlay (U+0336) — which stacks on top of each letter as part of the text itself. That means the crossed-out look survives copy-paste into Instagram bios, WhatsApp messages, Discord usernames, X (Twitter) posts, TikTok captions and anywhere else that accepts plain text.

Everything runs locally in your browser. The text you type never leaves your device, there is no signup, and there are no usage limits. Cross out as much text as you want, as many times as you want.

How to cross out text with strikethrough

  1. Type or paste your text into the input box. The strikethrough styles below update instantly as you type — no need to click a button.
  2. Browse the eight strikethrough styles. Single strikethrough, double strikethrough, slash through, underline, double underline, wavy line, HTML <s> tag and HTML <del> tag.
  3. Click the Copy button next to the style you like. The crossed-out text lands on your clipboard, ready to paste.
  4. Paste anywhere — Instagram bio, WhatsApp message, Discord username, X post, TikTok caption, LinkedIn headline or any app that accepts plain text.
  5. Or download all styles as a .txt reference file if you want to keep every variation for later.

Strikethrough styles available

Style Example Best for
Strikethrough (U+0336) H̶e̶l̶l̶o̶ ̶W̶o̶r̶l̶d̶ Social media, WhatsApp, Instagram bios, corrections, jokes
Double Strikethrough (U+0335 + U+0336) H̶̶e̶̶l̶̶l̶̶o̶̶ Strong emphasis, striking out a whole section
Slash Through (U+0338) H̸e̸l̸l̸o̸ ̸W̸o̸r̸l̸d̸ Retro look, "not allowed" effect, memes
Underline (U+0332) H̲e̲l̲l̲o̲ ̲W̲o̲r̲l̲d̲ Emphasis where bold is not available
Double Underline (U+0333) H̳e̳l̳l̳o̳ ̳W̳o̳r̳l̳d̳ Heavy emphasis, titles
Wavy Strikethrough (U+0334) H̴e̴l̴l̴o̴ ̴W̴o̴r̴l̴d̴ Playful, decorative, meme captions
HTML <s> Tag Hello World Websites, blog posts, HTML emails
HTML <del> Tag Hello World Websites where "deleted" meaning matters for SEO and accessibility

Not sure which one to use? Start with Strikethrough (U+0336) — it has the widest platform support and looks crossed out on virtually every device. Switch to HTML <s> when you're building a website or email and want a semantic, accessible strikethrough.

Why use this Strikethrough Generator?

Instant conversion

The generator runs entirely in your browser, so every style updates as you type. No server round-trip, no waiting.

Eight styles

Single, double, slash, underline, double underline, wavy, HTML <s> and HTML <del> — all from one input.

One-click copy

Click the Copy button next to any style and the crossed-out text lands on your clipboard, ready to paste anywhere.

100% private

Everything runs in your browser. The text you type never leaves your device — no server, no logs, no tracking.

Works offline

Once the page loads, you can cross out text without an internet connection. Bookmark it for offline work.

Download all styles

Save every strikethrough variation as a .txt reference file with one click. Keep it for later or compare side by side.

Where strikethrough works — and where it doesn't

Because the Unicode styles use standard combining characters, crossed-out text works almost everywhere plain text is accepted. But a few platforms and use cases need special care.

Works great on

  • Instagram — bios, captions, comments and Notes
  • WhatsApp — messages, group names and your About line
  • Discord — usernames, server nicknames and messages
  • X (Twitter) — posts and bios (Unicode only, not HTML)
  • TikTok — bios, captions and comments
  • Facebook and LinkedIn — posts and bios
  • YouTube — video titles and descriptions (Unicode only)

Use with caution

  • Email clients — HTML mode (with <s> or <del> tags) works reliably in HTML emails. Unicode strikethrough may not display in all email clients, so for professional emails the HTML tag approach is safer.
  • Resumes and job applications — applicant tracking systems (ATS) often fail to read Unicode combining characters. Keep styled text out of resumes.
  • Screen readers — assistive tech may read Unicode strikethrough characters letter by letter or by their Unicode names. Use strikethrough for short accents like a single word or price, not for long passages.
  • Older devices — a few older fonts may render the wavy or double strikethrough styles as blank boxes. The core single strikethrough style has the widest support.

Creative uses for strikethrough text

Crossed-out text is one of those small visual tricks that punches above its weight. Some of the most common uses:

  • Social media humor — Correct yourself jokingly: "I love waking up̶ sleeping in."
  • Product discounts — On platforms without HTML, use Unicode strikethrough to show old prices crossed out next to new ones: "₹999̶ ₹599"
  • Design mockups — Show original vs. deleted content without actually removing the text.
  • Creative writing — Add dramatic effect to poetry, captions or headlines.
  • Todo lists — Cross out completed tasks in plain-text notes that sync without rich formatting.
  • Chat jokes — Discord and WhatsApp conversations thrive on strikethrough for deadpan humour.

Frequently asked questions

A strikethrough generator converts ordinary text into crossed-out text that looks like it has a line running through it. It works by placing a special Unicode combining character called the Combining Long Stroke Overlay (U+0336) after each letter, so the strikethrough effect is part of the text itself and survives copy-paste into social media, chat apps and anywhere else that accepts plain text.
Yes, completely free. No signup, no watermark, no hidden charges. Generate as much strikethrough text as you want, as many times as you want, for personal or commercial use.
Type your text into the generator, click the Copy button next to the strikethrough style you want, then paste it into your Instagram bio, caption, WhatsApp message or comment. Neither app has a built-in strikethrough button, so this is the standard way to cross out text on those platforms.
The strikethrough effect is created using the Unicode Combining Long Stroke Overlay character (U+0336). It is a combining mark that stacks on top of the character before it, drawing a horizontal line through it. Modern browsers, social apps and chat clients all support it.
A few older devices, email clients and fonts do not include glyphs for Unicode combining marks. If the strikethrough does not appear on your target platform, try the HTML tag style instead — it uses standard <s> or <del> tags that work everywhere HTML is rendered.
Yes. On platforms that do not support HTML formatting (Instagram bios, WhatsApp, TikTok captions), Unicode strikethrough is a common way to show old prices crossed out next to new ones. Just type the old price with strikethrough and the new price next to it.
HTML mode (with <s> or <del> tags) works reliably in HTML emails. Unicode strikethrough may not display in all email clients, so for professional emails the HTML tag approach is safer.
Unicode strikethrough text can be awkward for screen readers, which may read each character by its name instead of as a word. Use strikethrough for short accents like a single word or price, and keep longer passages in standard text so everyone can read them comfortably.
Yes. Once the page loads, the strikethrough generator works without an internet connection. All conversion happens locally in your browser using JavaScript.
Absolutely. Everything runs in your browser. The text you type never leaves your device — no server processing, no logging and no data storage. Close the tab and it is gone.
Yes, but you need to apply the styles in sequence. First use a bold or italic text generator to get the styled version, then paste that into the strikethrough generator. Combining Unicode combining marks with mathematical alphanumeric characters works on most modern platforms.
This generator offers eight styles: single strikethrough, double strikethrough, slash through, underline, double underline, wavy strikethrough, HTML <s> tag and HTML <del> tag. Each one produces a different visual effect you can copy and paste.