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Dear [Her Name], I want to start by saying how deeply sorry I am for cheating on you. What I did was wrong, hurtful, and a complete betrayal of your trust. You did not deserve that, and I take full responsibility for my actions. I know that no apology can erase the pain I caused. I understand that I hurt you in a way that may be very hard to forgive. If I were in your place, I would feel angry, sad, disappointed, and betrayed too. I know that my choices damaged not only our relationship, but also the trust that should have been at the center of it. I am not writing this letter to make excuses or to ask you to move on quickly. I am writing because you deserve an honest apology. I failed you, and I regret that more than I can say. I should have been loyal, respectful, and truthful. Instead, I made a decision that caused you pain, and I am truly sorry. I understand that trust is not something I can ask for back with words alone. If you need time, space, or distance, I respect that completely. I know that rebuilding trust, if that is even possible, will take time and consistent actions, not just promises. I am sorry for hurting you, for betraying your trust, and for breaking something that was important to both of us. No matter what happens next, I want you to know that I understand the seriousness of what I did. Sincerely, [Your Name]