🔑 Key Emoji

The key emoji 🔑 depicts a key, an object associated with locks and unlocking. It is used in contexts related to passwords, access, security, and major keys. It can also represent opening or unlocking something in a general sense.

Key Emoji Meaning

Explore more lock emojis in the Lock emoji collection.

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.

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Key Emoji Details

Name

Key

Short Name

:key:

Unicode

U+1F511

Unicode Version

6.0

Release Year

2010

Category

Objects

Subcategory

Lock

Platform Support

Apple Google Twitter Facebook

Has Skin Tones

No

Platform Renderings

Unicode

Apple Style

Google Style

Twitter Style

Facebook Style

Gmail

SoftBank

DoCoMo

KDDI

Emoji Styles

KEY 3D Emoji - High Quality 3D Rendered Emoji

3D Style

Color Style

Flat Style

High Contrast

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