Email Symbols Copy and Paste: How to Type ✉ @ 📧 📩 📨 and More
Looking for email symbols you can copy and paste? The most useful email symbols include the envelope symbol ✉, the at sign @, the email emoji 📧, the envelope with arrow 📩, and the incoming envelope 📨.
These symbols are often used for email addresses, contact pages, newsletters, forms, social media bios, buttons, labels, digital designs, and website icons.
Examples:
- ✉ Email us
- 📧 support@example.com
- 📩 Send message
- 📨 New mail
- @username
- Contact: name@example.com
In this guide, you’ll get to copy and paste email symbols, type the at sign on keyboard, insert email icons in Word, use email symbols in HTML, and choose the right symbol for your document, website, social media post, or design.
Copy and Paste Email Symbols
The fastest way to use an email symbol is to copy it from the box below, then paste it wherever you need it.
Use ✉ for a simple envelope symbol.
Use 📧 for an email icon or email address label.
Use 📩 for “send email” or “received message.”
Use 📨 for incoming mail.
Use @ for email addresses and usernames.
After copying a symbol, paste it using:
Windows: Ctrl + V
Mac: Command + V
Phone: Tap and hold, then choose Paste
Email Symbols Quick Reference Table
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | Best Use |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✉ | Envelope | U+2709 | Simple email/contact icon |
| ✉️ | Envelope emoji style | U+2709 U+FE0F | Color emoji envelope |
| @ | At sign | U+0040 | Email addresses, usernames |
| 📧 | E-Mail Symbol | U+1F4E7 | Email icon, contact labels |
| 📩 | Envelope with Arrow | U+1F4E9 | Send/receive message |
| 📨 | Incoming Envelope | U+1F4E8 | Incoming mail, inbox |
| 💌 | Love Letter | U+1F48C | Personal message, invitation |
| 📤 | Outbox Tray | U+1F4E4 | Sent mail, upload, outbox |
| 📥 | Inbox Tray | U+1F4E5 | Inbox, received mail, download |
| 📪 | Closed Mailbox with Lowered Flag | U+1F4EA | Mailbox |
| 📫 | Closed Mailbox with Raised Flag | U+1F4EB | Mail waiting |
| 📬 | Open Mailbox with Raised Flag | U+1F4EC | Open mailbox |
| 📮 | Postbox | U+1F4EE | Postal mail |
| 📝 | Memo | U+1F4DD | Notes, writing, message |
| 📄 | Page Facing Up | U+1F4C4 | Document, file, attachment |
| 📋 | Clipboard | U+1F4CB | Forms, checklist, copied text |
| 📠 | Fax Machine | U+1F4E0 | Fax contact |
| 🖨 | Printer | U+1F5A8 | Print, office contact |
| ✎ | Lower Right Pencil | U+270E | Write, compose |
| ✏ | Pencil | U+270F | Edit, write message |
| ✍ | Writing Hand | U+270D | Sign, write, compose |
What Are Email Symbols?
Email symbols are text characters and emojis related to email, messaging, mail, documents, writing, and communication.
The most common email-related symbols are:
✉
@
📧
📩
📨
You can use them in:
Email signatures, Contact pages, Word documents, PowerPoint slides, Google Docs, Canva designs, WordPress posts, Social media bios, WhatsApp messages, Flyers and posters, Business cards and Website buttons.
Examples:
✉ Email: support@example.com
📧 Contact us today
📩 Send your request
@yourusername
Best Email Symbol to Use
The best email symbol depends on where you want to use it.
| Purpose | Best Symbol |
|---|---|
| Email address label | ✉ or 📧 |
| Simple text email icon | ✉ |
| Color email emoji | 📧 |
| Send message | 📩 |
| Incoming message | 📨 |
| Inbox | 📥 |
| Outbox / sent mail | 📤 |
| Postal mailbox | 📪, 📫, 📬 |
| Social media handle | @ |
| Website contact button | ✉ or 📧 |
| Professional document | ✉ |
| Friendly design | 📧 or 📩 |
For most professional pages, use:
✉
For colorful social media or casual designs, use:
📧
For email addresses, use:
@
Email Symbol vs At Sign
The email symbol and the at sign are not the same.
| Symbol | Name | Use |
|---|---|---|
| ✉ | Envelope symbol | Represents email, contact, mail |
| 📧 | Email emoji | Represents email or digital message |
| @ | At sign | Used inside email addresses and usernames |
Example email address: name@example.com
In this example, the @ sign is required. You cannot replace it with an envelope symbol.
Wrong: name✉example.com
Correct: name@example.com
Use the envelope symbol before or beside an email address:
Method 1: Type the At Sign @ on Keyboard
The at sign is the most important email character because it is used inside email addresses.
Example: name@example.com
On Most US Keyboards
To type the at sign:
- Hold Shift.
- Press 2.
You should get: @
On UK Keyboards
On many UK keyboards, the at sign may be typed with:
Shift + '
or it may appear in a different position depending on your keyboard layout.
If Shift + 2 gives you quotation marks instead, check the key where @ is printed on your keyboard.
On Mac
On many Mac keyboards, use:
Shift + 2
On some non-US Mac keyboard layouts, the shortcut may be different.
Method 2: Type the Envelope Symbol ✉ in Microsoft Word
The envelope symbol is: ✉
In Microsoft Word, you can type it using Unicode.
Option 1: Use Unicode in Word
- Type 2709.
- Press Alt + X.
Word should convert it into: ✉
Option 2: Use Insert Symbol
- Click where you want the envelope symbol.
- Go to Insert.
- Click Symbol.
- Click More Symbols.
- In the character code box, type 2709.
- Select the envelope symbol ✉.
- Click Insert.
- Click Close.
Option 3: Use the Copy Widget
Use the copy widget near the top of this page. Click the email symbol you need, then paste it into Word.
Method 3: Type Email Symbols in Excel
In Excel, the easiest method is to use the copy widget near the top of this page.
Click the symbol you want, then paste it into a cell.
Examples:
- 📧 support@example.com
- 📩 Request received
- 📥 Inbox
You can use email symbols in:
- Contact lists
- CRM sheets
- Email campaign trackers
- Dashboards
- Customer service sheets
- Report labels
- Instruction notes
Tip for Excel
If the emoji symbol looks too colorful or too large, use the simple text envelope:
✉
It usually looks cleaner in spreadsheets than emoji-style icons.
Method 4: Type Email Symbols in PowerPoint
Email symbols are useful in PowerPoint slides, especially for contact pages and call-to-action slides.
Examples:
✉ Contact us
📧 Email: info@example.com
📩 Send your questions
To insert email symbols in PowerPoint:
- Use the copy widget near the top of this page.
- Click the symbol you want.
- Paste it into a PowerPoint text box.
You can also use Insert > Symbol for the envelope symbol ✉.
Method 5: Type Email Symbols in Google Docs
In Google Docs, the fastest method is to use the copy widget near the top of this page.
Click the symbol you want, then paste it into your document.
Use Special Characters in Google Docs
You can also use Google Docs’ Special Characters tool:
- Open Google Docs.
- Click where you want the symbol.
- Go to Insert.
- Click Special characters.
- Search for envelope, email, or mail.
- Click the symbol you want.
If the symbol does not appear quickly, use the copy widget instead.
Method 6: Type Email Symbols in Google Sheets
In Google Sheets, use the copy widget near the top of this page.
You can paste email symbols into cells like:
✉ Email Address
📧 Customer Email
📩 Message Sent
📥 Received
If the symbol looks different on another device, try using the simple envelope ✉ instead of emoji symbols like 📧.
Method 7: Type Email Symbols on Windows
On Windows, you can type the at sign from the keyboard and copy the envelope symbols from the widget.
Type @ on Windows
On most keyboards:
Shift + 2
This gives: @
Type ✉ in Word on Windows
In Microsoft Word:
- Type 2709.
- Press Alt + X.
This gives: ✉
Use Windows Emoji Panel
You can also try the Windows emoji panel:
- Press Windows key + .
- Search for email, mail, or envelope.
- Click the symbol or emoji you want.
This may show symbols like:
📧
📩
💌
Method 8: Type Email Symbols on Mac
On Mac, the easiest method is to use the copy widget near the top of this page.
To type the at sign:
Shift + 2
On some keyboard layouts, the shortcut may be different.
Use Character Viewer on Mac
You can also use Character Viewer:
- Click where you want the symbol.
- Press Control + Command + Space.
- Search for email, mail, or envelope.
- Double-click the symbol you want.
This can insert symbols like:
✉
📧
📩
💌
Method 9: Type Email Symbols on Chromebook
On Chromebook, the easiest method is to use the copy widget near the top of this page.
To type the at sign, use:
Shift + 2
For the envelope symbol ✉, you can also use Unicode input.
Type ✉ on Chromebook
- Press Ctrl + Shift + U.
- Type 2709.
- Press Enter or Space.
This should insert:
✉
Method 10: Type Email Symbols on iPhone and iPad
On iPhone and iPad, the @ sign is usually easy to find on the keyboard when typing in an email field.
To type @:
- Tap the text field.
- Tap 123 if needed.
- Tap @.
To use envelope symbols like ✉, 📧, or 📩, use the emoji keyboard or the copy widget near the top of this page.
Create Text Replacement on iPhone
If you use an email symbol often, create a shortcut.
Example: make emailicon turn into ✉.
- Copy ✉ from the widget.
- Open Settings.
- Go to General.
- Tap Keyboard.
- Tap Text Replacement.
- Tap the + button.
- Paste ✉ into Phrase.
- Type emailicon into Shortcut.
- Tap Save.
Now your iPhone can suggest ✉ when you type emailicon.
Method 11: Type Email Symbols on Android
On Android, the @ sign is usually found on the numbers or symbols keyboard.
To type @:
- Tap the text field.
- Tap ?123 or the symbols key.
- Tap @.
For envelope symbols and email emojis:
- Open the emoji keyboard.
- Search for email, mail, or envelope.
- Tap the symbol you want.
You can also use the copy widget near the top of this page.
Method 12: Type Email Symbols in HTML
If you are writing HTML, you can use the symbols directly or use HTML codes.
HTML Codes for Email Symbols
| Symbol | Name | HTML Decimal Code | HTML Hex Code |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✉ | Envelope | ✉ | ✉ |
| @ | At Sign | @ | @ |
| 📧 | E-Mail Symbol | 📧 | 📧 |
| 📩 | Envelope with Arrow | 📩 | 📩 |
| 📨 | Incoming Envelope | 📨 | 📨 |
| 💌 | Love Letter | 💌 | 💌 |
| 📤 | Outbox Tray | 📤 | 📤 |
| 📥 | Inbox Tray | 📥 | 📥 |
Example:
✉ Email us
Displays as:
✉ Email us
Example:
support@example.com
Displays as:
Method 13: Type Email Symbols in CSS
In CSS, you can use email symbols in generated content.
Example:
.email-link::before {
content: "✉";
}You can also use Unicode escape:
.email-link::before {
content: "\2709";
}For the email emoji:
.email-link::before {
content: "\1F4E7";
}This can be useful if you want to add an email icon before a contact link.
Method 14: Type Email Symbols in JavaScript
In JavaScript, you can use email symbols directly inside strings.
Example:
const label = "✉ Email us";You can also use Unicode escape:
const icon = "\u2709";For emoji symbols above U+FFFF, use the full Unicode escape format:
const emailIcon = "\u{1F4E7}";This gives:
📧
Method 15: Type Email Symbols in Python
In Python, you can use the symbol directly inside a string.
Example:
message = "✉ Email us"
print(message)You can also use Unicode:
message = "\u2709 Email us"
print(message)For email emoji:
email_icon = "\U0001F4E7"
print(email_icon)This prints:
📧
Using Email Symbols in WordPress
Email symbols are useful in WordPress posts, contact pages, buttons, and callout boxes.
Examples:
✉ Email: support@example.com
📧 Contact us today
📩 Send your request
You can use them in:
Contact pages
Author boxes
CTA buttons
Footer contact details
Newsletter sections
Tables
Info boxes
Forms
Best WordPress Tip
For a clean, professional website, use:
✉
For a more casual or emoji-style design, use:
📧
Using Email Symbols in Canva
In Canva, use the copy widget near the top of this page.
Copy a symbol like:
✉
📧
📩
@
Then paste it into a Canva text box.
You can use email symbols in:
Business cards
Flyers
Posters
Social media graphics
Contact cards
Brochures
Invitations
Presentation slides
If the symbol looks different, change the font or use another email symbol.
Using Email Symbols on Social Media
Email symbols can make contact details stand out in bios, captions, and posts.
Examples:
✉ DM or email us
📧 support@example.com
📩 Send your request today
@brandname
You can use them on:
Facebook
Instagram
TikTok
WhatsApp
Discord
LinkedIn
Pinterest
X / Twitter
Be careful not to overuse symbols. One email icon before your contact detail is usually enough.
Email Symbol vs Email Emoji
The plain envelope symbol and emoji-style email symbols may look different depending on the app or device.
| Symbol | Type | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| ✉ | Text-style envelope | Professional documents and websites |
| ✉️ | Emoji-style envelope | Casual designs and social media |
| 📧 | Color email emoji | Social media, friendly labels |
| 📩 | Envelope with arrow | Send/receive message |
| 📨 | Incoming envelope | Incoming mail or inbox |
If you want a simple symbol that fits well with text, use:
✉
If you want a colorful icon, use:
📧
Why Do Email Symbols Look Different?
Email symbols can look different depending on:
Your device
Your browser
Your operating system
The app you are using
The font
Whether the symbol displays as text or emoji
For example, ✉ may look plain in one app but emoji-like in another app if an emoji variation is applied.
This is normal.
Why Is the Email Symbol Showing as a Box?
If an email symbol appears as a box, blank square, or missing character, the font or app may not support it.
Try these fixes:
- Use a simpler symbol like ✉ or @.
- Change the font.
- Use common fonts like Arial, Calibri, Segoe UI, or Noto Sans.
- Try the emoji version 📧.
- Use text instead: Email:.
Common Uses of Email Symbols
Contact Information
Email Button
📧 Email Us
Newsletter Signup
📩 Join our mailing list
Inbox Label
📥 Inbox
Sent Mail Label
📤 Sent
Business Card
Social Media Bio
Website Footer
Email: support@example.com
Common Mistakes with Email Symbols
Mistake 1: Replacing @ in an Email Address
Wrong:
name✉example.com
Correct:
The @ sign is required in email addresses.
Mistake 2: Using Too Many Email Emojis
Too many emojis can make contact information look unprofessional.
Better:
Too much:
📧📩💌 support@example.com 📨📬
Mistake 3: Using Emoji in Very Formal Documents
For formal documents, use the simple envelope:
✉
or plain text:
Email:
Mistake 4: Choosing a Symbol That Does Not Display Everywhere
Some emoji symbols may not appear correctly on older devices. If you need broad support, use:
✉
or:
@
Mistake 5: Confusing Postal Mail with Email
Symbols like 📮, 📪, and 📬 usually represent physical mail or mailboxes.
For email, use:
✉
📧
📩
Frequently Asked Questions About Email Symbols
What is the email symbol?
The most common email symbols are:
✉
📧
📩
The at sign @ is also important because it is used inside email addresses.
How do I copy and paste email symbols?
Use the copy widget near the top of this page. Click the symbol you want, then paste it into your document, website, social media post, or design.
What is the envelope symbol?
The envelope symbol is: ✉
Its Unicode is: U+2709
In Microsoft Word, type: 2709
Then press: Alt + X
What is the email emoji?
The email emoji is commonly shown as: 📧
Its Unicode is: U+1F4E7
How do I type @ on keyboard?
On most keyboards, press: Shift + 2
This gives: @
What is the Unicode for @?
The Unicode for the at sign is:
U+0040
The HTML code is:
@
What is the HTML code for the envelope symbol?
For ✉, use: ✉
or: ✉
Can I use email symbols in WordPress?
Yes. You can copy and paste email symbols directly into WordPress.
Examples:
✉ Email us
📧 Contact
📩 Send message
Can I use email symbols in Canva?
Yes. Copy the email symbol from the widget near the top of this page, then paste it into a Canva text box.
Why does the email symbol look different?
The symbol may look different because different devices, fonts, browsers, and apps display symbols in different styles.
Why is the email symbol showing as a square box?
The font or app may not support that symbol. Try using ✉, @, or plain text like Email:.
Which email symbol is best for a website?
For a professional website, use: ✉
or: Email:
For a friendly or casual design, use: 📧
Which email symbol is best for social media?
For social media, you can use:
📧
📩
✉
Use the one that best matches the style of your post or bio.
Conclusion
The most useful email symbols are:
✉, @, 📧, 📩, 📨
For professional contact details, use: ✉ support@example.com
For email addresses, always use the at sign: @
For social media or colorful designs, use: 📧
or: 📩
The easiest method is to use the copy widget near the top of this page.
In Microsoft Word, you can type: 2709
Then press: Alt + X
to get: ✉
For HTML, use: ✉
or: ✉
If the symbol does not display correctly, use a simple fallback: Email