🔑 Key Emoji

Technical Details

Name

Key

Short Name

:key:

Unicode

U+1F511

Unicode Version

1.0

Release Year

2010

Category

Objects

Subcategory

Lock

Platform Support

Apple Google Twitter Facebook

Has Skin Tones

No

Platform Renderings

Unicode standard sample

Unicode

KEY emoji in Apple's design style - Unicode 1F511

Apple Style

KEY emoji in Google's design style - Unicode 1F511

Google Style

KEY emoji in Twitter's design style - Unicode 1F511

Twitter Style

KEY emoji in Facebook's design style - Unicode 1F511

Facebook Style

Gmail style

Gmail

SoftBank style

SoftBank

DoCoMo style

DoCoMo

KDDI style

KDDI

SVG Code

<svg width="128" height="128" xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg">
  <text
    x="64"
    y="64"
    font-size="96"
    text-anchor="middle"
    dominant-baseline="middle"
    font-family="serif"
  >🔑</text>
</svg>

Emoji Meaning

Meaning

A traditional key depicted as a silver or gold object with a round bow and a long, narrow shank. The key is typically shown at a slight angle, resembling a real-world key. Symbolizes access, security, and unlocking possibilities. Part of the Objects category, specifically within the lock subcategory.

Common Uses

  • Indicating access or security: 'Remember to lock the door with the 🔑 before leaving.'
  • Symbolizing solutions or answers: 'The 🔑 to success is hard work and dedication.'
  • Referring to important information: 'Here's the 🔑 to the presentation slides.'

Example Sentences

  • Please ensure all confidential files are secured with the 🔑 encryption.
  • I lost my house 🔑 and need to get a new one.
  • She found the 🔑 to the mystery in the last chapter of the book.

Frequently Asked Questions