Japanese “secret” button Emoji
㊙️ marks “secret” or “confidential” like a button-style label.
U+3299 U+FE0F
㊙️ is a Japanese-style “secret” button symbol used to indicate hidden or confidential information. You can copy it directly for UI labels, posts, or document callouts. Below are the exact code points and practical ways to use it.
Japanese “secret” button Emoji Meaning
㊙️ is commonly used to represent “secret,” “confidential,” or “hidden” information. Its look suggests a stamp or button label, making it handy for headings, warnings, and message categories. People use it in chat, social media, and design mockups to add a quick visual cue without writing extra text. Because it visually functions like an icon, it works well alongside phrases such as “secret,” “classified,” “members only,” or “do not share.” In Unicode, it is defined as a Japanese “secret” button, with U+3299 followed by a variation selector (U+FE0F) to encourage emoji presentation.
Common uses
- •Labeling confidential content in documents or slides
- •Tagging spoilers or hidden details in social posts
- •Marking members-only or private sections in app UI
- •Adding a visual cue to warnings like “do not share”
- •Decorating themed graphics, posters, or event pages
Examples
㊙️ Japanese “Secret” Button
- ㊙️Top Secret: please do not forward this file
- ㊙️㊙️ Spoiler: the ending is revealed below
- ㊙️Members Only ㊙️ please sign in to view
- ㊙️㊙️ Confidential meeting notes—internal use only
- ㊙️Hidden plan ㊙️ details are shared privately
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+3299 U+FE0F | |
| HTML Entity | ㊙ | |
| HTML Code | ㊙ | |
| CSS | \3299 |
FAQ
What does the Japanese “secret” button emoji mean?
㊙️ is commonly used to represent “secret,” “confidential,” or “hidden” information. Its look suggests a stamp or button label, making it handy for headings, warnings, and message categories. People use it in chat, social media, and design mockups to add a quick visual cue without writing extra text. Because it visually functions like an icon, it works well alongside phrases such as “secret,” “classified,” “members only,” or “do not share.” In Unicode, it is defined as a Japanese “secret” button, with U+3299 followed by a variation selector (U+FE0F) to encourage emoji presentation.
What is the Unicode for ㊙️?
It is U+3299 U+FE0F (Japanese “secret” button).
Can I copy ㊙️ directly from this page?
Yes—copy the symbol shown at the top: ㊙️.
Why are there two code points (U+3299 and U+FE0F)?
U+FE0F is a variation selector that helps request emoji-style presentation for U+3299.
Is this symbol only used in Japanese contexts?
No. While it originates from a Japanese-style label, it’s widely used internationally to mean “secret” or “confidential.”