What is the Unicode codepoint for Key?

The 🔑 Key emoji is encoded as U+1F511 (hex 1F511). It belongs to the Lock group inside Objects.

How do I copy the 🔑 emoji?

Open this page and click "Copy emoji". The 🔑 character is copied to your clipboard so you can paste it into any app that supports Unicode emojis.

Does Key have shortcodes?

Yes. Common shortcodes include :key:, :lock:, and :password:. Platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub render these as the 🔑 emoji automatically.

Fluent 3D

Native Unicode

Key

Key (🔑) from Objects.

Name

key

Shortcodes

:key::lock::password:

Themes

lockpasswordkey

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About the 🔑 Key emoji

The 🔑 Key emoji is part of the Objects category and the lock group on DBEmoji. Shortcodes such as :key:, :lock:, and :password: resolve to this emoji on platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub.

Key (Unicode codepoint U+1F511) key (🔑) from Objects.. 🔑 stands for "key" in the Unicode emoji set, codified as U+1F511. 🔑 is handy in checklists, product roundups, and "what's in my bag" posts. In hex, the codepoint reads 1F511; the canonical Unicode form is U+1F511. Unicode introduced it in v6.0; Apple's iOS has carried it since v6.0. On platforms that use shortcodes (Slack, Discord, GitHub), it answers to `:key:`, `:lock:`, `:password:`. Its color profile reads brown — a useful hint when filtering by tone. Closely related themes: lock, password, and key. One tap on 🔑 is all it takes — the glyph copies straight to your clipboard.

When to use 🔑 Key

Adding visual context to social posts, chats, and captions
Replacing stock images with a single expressive character
Brightening short copy where text-only feels too plain

Combinations and pairings

Pair 🔑 with lock-themed, password-themed, and key-themed emojis to reinforce the same vibe in one message.
Lead a caption with 🔑 for a quick visual hook, or close a sentence with it as a reaction.

How to copy the 🔑 Key emoji

Open the emoji page. Visit the Key emoji page on DBEmoji to see the character, codepoint, and meaning side by side.
Tap Copy emoji. Click the "Copy emoji" button. The 🔑 character is placed on your clipboard instantly — no signup, no download.
Paste anywhere. Paste into any chat app, social network, document, or text field that supports Unicode. The emoji renders using the platform's native style.

Frequently asked questions

What does the 🔑 Key emoji mean?: 🔑 stands for "key" in the Unicode emoji set, codified as U+1F511. 🔑 is handy in checklists, product roundups, and "what's in my bag" posts. In hex, the codepoint reads 1F511; the canonical Unicode form is U+1F511. Unicode introduced it in v6.0; Apple's iOS has carried it since v6.0. On platforms that use shortcodes (Slack, Discord, GitHub), it answers to `:key:`, `:lock:`, `:password:`. Its color profile reads brown — a useful hint when filtering by tone. Closely related themes: lock, password, and key. One tap on 🔑 is all it takes — the glyph copies straight to your clipboard.
What is the Unicode codepoint for Key?: The 🔑 Key emoji is encoded as U+1F511 (hex 1F511). It belongs to the Lock group inside Objects.
How do I copy the 🔑 emoji?: Open this page and click "Copy emoji". The 🔑 character is copied to your clipboard so you can paste it into any app that supports Unicode emojis.
Does Key have shortcodes?: Yes. Common shortcodes include :key:, :lock:, and :password:. Platforms like Slack, Discord, and GitHub render these as the 🔑 emoji automatically.