information Emoji
ℹ️ · U+2139 U+FE0F · Emoji 0.6
What does the information emoji mean?
Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 · Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard
Curiosity and inquiry are conveyed by the ℹ️ symbol, which literally represents an information sign, often found in public places such as museums, airports, and tourist attractions. This emoji is used to ask for or provide more details about something, and figuratively, it can signify a desire to learn or understand a topic better. In slang, the ℹ️ symbol is sometimes used to hint that there is more to a story or situation than what is being explicitly stated. Its meaning is closely tied to the concept of knowledge sharing and discovery.
How the information emoji is used
The tone when using the ℹ️ symbol is usually neutral or inquiring, and it is often employed in digital communication to ask for clarification or to signal that more information is available. Texting and commenting on social media platforms like TikTok and Twitter are common places to find this emoji, where it helps to initiate or continue a conversation. Tone can vary by context, but the symbol itself tends to remain a straightforward indicator of a need or desire for information. Different generations and platforms may use the ℹ️ symbol with slightly different frequencies, but its core meaning remains consistent across various digital channels.
information emoji examples
- just got to the airport and i cant find the gate ℹ️
- check the website for more details ℹ️ about the concert schedule
How to copy the information emoji
To use the information emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+2139 U+FE0F), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
Also known as
information emoji on different platforms
How the information emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.



information Emoji Details
| Emoji | ℹ️ |
| Name | information |
| Category | Symbols |
| Codepoints | U+2139 U+FE0F |
| Shortcode | :information: |
| Emoji version | 0.6 |
| Unicode version | 0.6 |
information Emoji FAQ
Curiosity and inquiry are conveyed by the ℹ️ symbol, which literally represents an information sign, often found in public places such as museums, airports, and tourist attractions. This emoji is used to ask for or provide more details about something, and figuratively, it can signify a desire to learn or understand a topic better.
Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ℹ️ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
It is U+2139 U+FE0F, introduced in Emoji version 0.6 (Unicode 0.6). Its shortcode is :information:.