🆑
CL button
Unicode: 1F191
Description
A square button with the word 'FREE' in capital letters, often in white text on a blue or green background.
Group:
Symbols > alphanum
Status:
fully-qualified
Emotion:
Conveys a sense of availability without cost, promotion, opportunity, or simply indicates that something is free.
Backstory
This emoji was part of the Unicode 6.0 release in 2010. It is one of several 'squared' or 'button' emojis designed to represent common signs, labels, or concepts, making digital communication more akin to real-world signage.
Usage Examples
- Indicating a free offer: 'Get your free e-book now! 🆓'
- Labeling something as complimentary: 'Free Wi-Fi available 🆓'
- Promoting a no-cost event: 'Join us for a free workshop! 🆓'
- In gaming: 'Daily free rewards! 🆓'
Cultural Differences
Western culture:
Widely understood to mean 'no charge' or 'complimentary.' Frequently used in marketing and promotions.
East Asian culture:
Similar understanding, often used in e-commerce, promotions, or in gaming contexts to indicate free items or features.