Bitcoin Sign Symbol
The ₿ (Bitcoin sign) is a currency symbol used to represent bitcoin in text.
U+20BF
The ₿ character is the Unicode “BITCOIN SIGN” (U+20BF). Use it for clear, compact labeling of bitcoin amounts and prices in digital content.
Bitcoin Sign Symbol Meaning
The ₿ symbol represents bitcoin as a currency. It’s commonly used to label balances, prices, and trading values in wallets, exchanges, invoices, and product listings. Compared with writing the word “bitcoin,” the symbol is shorter and often improves scanability on mobile screens and in UI components. In Unicode, the character is specifically named “BITCOIN SIGN” and has the code point U+20BF. You can copy it directly, or insert it using its HTML entity (₿) or Unicode escapes (CSS: \\20BF, JavaScript: \\u{20BF}).
Common uses
- •Displaying bitcoin prices or totals in apps and websites
- •Labeling wallet balances or transaction amounts
- •Using in invoices, receipts, and checkout summaries
- •Tagging or formatting posts and social media updates about bitcoin
- •Designing UI icons/typography for crypto-related dashboards
Examples
₿ Bitcoin sign (U+20BF) copy & unicode info
- ₿Total: ₿0.125
- ₿Price today: ₿27,450
- ₿Your balance: ₿1.8
- ₿Deposit amount: ₿0.05
- ₿Pay with ₿ at checkout
Variations
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Technical codes
| Unicode | U+20BF | |
| HTML Entity | ₿ | |
| HTML Code | ₿ | |
| CSS | \20BF | |
| Alt Code | Alt + 8383 | |
| Decimal | 8383 |
How to type Bitcoin Sign Symbol (₿)
On Windows
Hold Alt and type 8383 on the numeric keypad. In Word, type 20BF then press Alt + X.
On Mac
Switch to the Unicode Hex Input keyboard, then hold Option and type 20BF. Or press Control + Command + Space and search.
On Linux
Press Control + Shift + U, type 20bf, 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 Bitcoin Sign symbol mean?
The ₿ symbol represents bitcoin as a currency. It’s commonly used to label balances, prices, and trading values in wallets, exchanges, invoices, and product listings. Compared with writing the word “bitcoin,” the symbol is shorter and often improves scanability on mobile screens and in UI components. In Unicode, the character is specifically named “BITCOIN SIGN” and has the code point U+20BF. You can copy it directly, or insert it using its HTML entity (₿) or Unicode escapes (CSS: \\20BF, JavaScript: \\u{20BF}).
What is the Unicode code point for the Bitcoin sign ₿?
The Bitcoin sign is Unicode code point U+20BF (Unicode name: BITCOIN SIGN).
How do I insert ₿ in HTML?
Use the HTML entity ₿ or paste the character directly.
How do I use ₿ in CSS and JavaScript?
CSS escape: \\20BF. JavaScript Unicode escape: \\u{20BF}.
Is ₿ only used for bitcoin?
Yes—this character is specifically the Bitcoin sign used to represent bitcoin values in text and interfaces.