TEXT TOOLS

Remove Duplicate Lines

de-duplicate a list

This tool scans a list of text, line by line, and removes any duplicates, leaving only unique entries in their original order.

How to use the remove duplicate lines tool

  • Paste your list into the input box, one entry per line.
  • Click "Remove Duplicates".
  • Copy the cleaned, de-duplicated list.

When you'd use this

Cleaning up a list of email addresses or names before sending a mailing.

De-duplicating a list of URLs, keywords, or tags.

Tidying up data pasted from multiple sources with overlapping entries.

Frequently asked questions

Is the duplicate check case-sensitive?

A case-sensitivity toggle lets you decide whether "Apple" and "apple" count as duplicates or as distinct lines.

Does this preserve the original order?

Yes — the first occurrence of each unique line is kept in its original position.

About this tool

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