Neon Text Generator
Glowing neon sign lettering in pink, cyan or green — transparent PNG, no signup.
About the Neon Text Generator
A neon sign effect adds a bright tube of colour around your letters with a soft outer glow, the look of a late-night bar sign or a cyberpunk poster. This generator draws the glow on a canvas in your browser, so the result is a real image you can download in seconds, not a screenshot.
Type a word, choose one of the display fonts from our library, then switch between Neon Pink, Neon Cyan and Neon Green. Rounded and script fonts give the most convincing "bent glass tube" feel; heavy block fonts give a modern LED-sign look. Export as a transparent PNG (or a 4K version) and drop it on a dark photo, a Twitch overlay or a YouTube thumbnail.
Tips
- Dark backgrounds make the glow pop; the transparent export keeps it usable anywhere.
- Short words (1-3) read best as a sign; long sentences lose the glow between letters.
- Try a script font for a classic diner sign and a wide sans for a gamer / esports logo.
FAQ
Can I make a neon effect with my own font?
Yes. Pick any of the fonts in the dropdown (they are free fonts from FFonts.net, loaded live), or open the effect from a font page with the "Try this font" link.
Is the neon PNG transparent?
Yes by default. Choose a solid background in the panel if you want a flat image instead.
Can I use the neon text commercially?
The generated image is yours. Check the licence of the font you picked on its FFonts.net page: most are free for personal use, many also for commercial use.
Why does the glow look different from the preview?
The download is rendered at a higher resolution than the on-screen preview, so the glow is smoother and slightly wider. Use the 4K export for print or large banners.
Text Effect Generator — Create Logos & Graphics Online
A modern, free replacement for CoolText and TextStudio. Generate stunning logo-style text with 16 professional effects: Neon glow, 3D extrude, Gold metallic, Chrome silver, Y2K chrome, Graffiti drip, Fire, Ice, Glitch RGB, Holographic, Rainbow, Retro 80s and more.
Type your text, pick an effect, download a transparent PNG in standard or 4K resolution. Everything renders in your browser — no upload, no signup, no watermark.
2026 text effect trends
Y2K Aesthetic
Chrome, holographic and bubble effects inspired by the late 90s / early 2000s. Hot in social media branding, album covers and TikTok thumbnails.
Neon Glow
The all-time favorite. Use neon pink, cyan or green with a soft outer glow for a late-night, cyberpunk feel. Works great for gaming logos and streaming overlays.
3D Block Letters
Bold, extruded text with drop shadow. Classic sports and hip-hop branding aesthetic. Pairs well with condensed sans-serif fonts.
Gold Metallic
Luxury brands, jewelry, anniversaries. Polished gold gradient with shine highlights.
Graffiti & Urban
Street style with drip, outline and texture. Great for clothing brands, music artists, crew names.
How to use
- Type your text in the input.
- Pick an effect from the grid.
- Adjust size & font.
- Toggle background (transparent / black / white / dark) to see how it looks on different surfaces.
- Download PNG (standard 1600px) or HD PNG (3200px) for print / large displays.
FAQ
Is it free?
Yes, completely free. No signup, no watermark, unlimited downloads.
Can I use it for my logo / commercial project?
The rendered image is yours to use commercially. Just be aware that some fonts in the dropdown may require a commercial license — check the individual font page if you're selling merchandise or using it in paid advertising.
Why is the canvas transparent by default?
Transparent backgrounds let you place the effect over any image or design later in Photoshop, Canva, or on your website.