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©️ Copyright Emoji — Meaning & Usage
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Description
The copyright symbol (©) — a C in a circle that protects creative works and triggers heated internet debates about fair use. People use it sarcastically after jokes ("that's my joke ©️"), seriously in content attribution, and as a general legal flex. Photographers watermark with it, musicians fight over it, and everyone on the internet technically ignores it when they share memes.
When to Use
Use for copyright notices, intellectual property, or legal topics.
Example Usage
- “Copyright protected ©️”
- “All rights reserved ©️”
- “Legal notice ©️”
Popular Combinations
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Copyright document
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Music copyright
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Photo copyright
How Copyright looks across platforms
Open-source emoji designs. Each project maintains its own visual style — colors, shapes, and details may differ from what you see on your device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does ©️ mean in a text message?▼
The copyright symbol (©) — a C in a circle that protects creative works and triggers heated internet debates about fair use. People use it sarcastically after jokes ("that's my joke ©️"), seriously in content attribution, and as a general legal flex. Photographers watermark with it, musicians fight over it, and everyone on the internet technically ignores it when they share memes. Use for copyright notices, intellectual property, or legal topics. The tone can shift depending on context — a message to a friend reads differently than one to a coworker.
What is the official Unicode name for ©️?▼
Each emoji has an official name assigned by the Unicode Consortium, which may differ from common names used in apps. The Copyright emoji's official designation is listed in the Unicode CLDR (Common Locale Data Repository). Shortcode names like those on Slack or Discord are platform-specific.
Can screen readers interpret ©️?▼
Yes. Screen readers announce emoji by their Unicode name, so ©️ would be read aloud as "Copyright." When using multiple emoji in a row, screen readers read each one individually, which can be overwhelming — so use them sparingly in accessible content.
What is the shortcode for ©️?▼
On platforms like Slack and Discord, you can type `:copyright:` to insert the Copyright emoji. On GitHub, the same shortcodes work in issues and comments.
Unicode
U+00a9-fe0f
Category
Symbols
Added
Unicode 1.0
Shortcodes
:copyright:Keywords
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When to Use ©️ Copyright
Use for copyright notices, intellectual property, or legal topics.
- •Send ©️ when you want to express or reference "copyright" in a message — it instantly conveys the meaning without extra words
- •Use ©️ in conversations about ip or license to add visual emphasis and make your point clearer
- •React with ©️ Copyright on social media posts, stories, or comments related to copyright
- •Combine ©️ with related emoji in captions or bios — works well when talking about ip, license, circle
⌨️ Keyboard Shortcuts
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