anchor Emoji
The ⚓ anchor symbol represents maritime connection, stability, and secure “holding in place.”
U+2693
The ⚓ symbol is commonly read as an anchor, used to suggest the sea, boats, and safe mooring. It’s also used more broadly as a visual metaphor for steadiness and staying grounded. You can copy it from this page or use its Unicode code point in your projects.
anchor Emoji Meaning
⚓ (Unicode U+2693) is the anchor symbol. In everyday use, it’s strongly associated with maritime and water transport, such as ships, ports, docking, and anchoring in place. Designers and writers also use it as a metaphor for stability, reliability, and “being anchored” amid change. Because the anchor is visually recognizable, it works well in headings, icons, labels, and short status messages where you want a quick cue about water-related themes or a sense of security.
Common uses
- •Marine and boating branding, such as ship services and harbor websites
- •Navigation and wayfinding icons (e.g., “anchored” or “moored” status)
- •Stability or grounding themes in posters, presentations, and apps
- •Water-themed social media graphics and event announcements
- •Educational or infographic labels for sea travel and maritime terminology
Examples
⚓ Anchor Symbol (U+2693)
- ⚓Next check-in: ⚓ anchored location confirmed
- ⚓Meet us at the harbor ⚓
- ⚓Safety first—stay ⚓ and follow posted guidance
- ⚓Our services include docking and mooring ⚓
- ⚓Let’s get grounded—choose stability ⚓
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+2693 | |
| HTML Entity | ⚓ | |
| HTML Code | ⚓ | |
| CSS | \2693 | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 9875 | |
| Decimal | 9875 |
How to type anchor Emoji (⚓)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 9875 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 2693 then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 2693. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 2693, then press Enter or Space.
Anywhere
Copy ⚓ with the button above and paste it wherever you need it — this works on every device and in every app, with no keyboard shortcut to remember.
FAQ
What does the anchor emoji mean?
⚓ (Unicode U+2693) is the anchor symbol. In everyday use, it’s strongly associated with maritime and water transport, such as ships, ports, docking, and anchoring in place. Designers and writers also use it as a metaphor for stability, reliability, and “being anchored” amid change. Because the anchor is visually recognizable, it works well in headings, icons, labels, and short status messages where you want a quick cue about water-related themes or a sense of security.
What is the Unicode code point for ⚓?
The anchor symbol ⚓ has Unicode code point U+2693.
How can I copy the anchor symbol for my text?
Copy the ⚓ character directly from this page and paste it into your document, chat, or design tool.
Can I use ⚓ in HTML or CSS?
Yes. Use the HTML entity ⚓ or the CSS escape \\\\2693.
Is ⚓ always about the sea?
Not always. While it commonly refers to maritime anchoring, it’s also used as a general symbol for stability and staying grounded.