| Emoji | Name | Meaning | Category | Codepoint | Shortcodes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ® | Registered Sign | Indicates a legally registered trademark. | Symbols | U+00AE | :registered: |
®
Meaning
The ® emoji represents the registered trademark symbol, which shows that a brand or product name is legally registered and protected.
Common Uses
- Indicating official registered trademarks in text or branding contexts.
- Clarifying legal ownership of brand names in discussions.
- Used in user interfaces to mark registered icons or items.
- Highlighting product authenticity or regulation compliance.
Examples
BrandName®
Official Product®
Company Logo®
Related Emojis
- ™ – Denotes an unregistered trademark, unlike the ® which is registered.
- © – Indicates copyright protection, different from trademark registration.
- ℠ – Service mark symbol, related to trademarks but specific to services.
Technical Notes
The codepoint for the registered sign is U+00AE, part of Unicode since early versions. Appearance may vary slightly across platforms but generally shows a circled capital R. This symbol does not support skin tones or gender variants.
FAQ
What does the ® emoji mean?
A symbol indicating a registered trademark.
How is the ® emoji used?
In branding, legal contexts, and to mark products as officially registered.
Does the meaning of the ® emoji change by context?
It consistently represents registered trademarks, with slight variations in usage depending on legal or branding discussions.