Y2K Text Generator
Early-2000s chrome bubble lettering — the aesthetic of 2026, free PNG.
About the Y2K Text Generator
Y2K is the look of 1998-2004 pop graphics: liquid chrome, bubbly bevels, pastel and rainbow tints, glossy highlights. It is back on Instagram, Pinterest and album covers, and this generator gives you the two core variants, Y2K Chrome (metallic) and Y2K Bubble (glossy plastic), on any font.
Pick a rounded or bold display font (bubble fonts from our library work perfectly), type your text, switch between the two Y2K effects and download. Transparent export drops straight onto a photo collage or a pastel gradient.
Tips
- Rounded, fat fonts give the authentic bubble look; thin fonts lose the bevel.
- Pastel gradients (lilac, baby blue, mint) behind the chrome complete the aesthetic.
- Add stars or butterflies in your editor: the generator handles the lettering, you handle the sparkle.
FAQ
Which fonts are Y2K fonts?
Rounded bubble fonts, techno / futuristic fonts and glossy display faces. Our Futuristic and Round categories are a good start; open any of them here with "Try this font".
Can I make the text pink or holographic?
Yes: change the fill colour, or switch to the Holographic effect for a rainbow-foil finish.
Is it free for Instagram posts?
Yes, no watermark and no signup.
What size should I export for Instagram?
The 4K export is more than enough; Instagram scales it down. Keep the text centred with some margin.
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.