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🔓Unlocked EmojiUnicode: 1F513

An open padlock representing security removed and access granted. Used for achievements, free access, or bypassing restrictions.

Released in Released in 2010 with Unicode 6.0

unlockedopenfree accessachievementsecurity breachno restrictionsunlocked itgot accessfree nowopened up

Meaning and Interpretation

🔓 Yo! This emoji means 'it's open!' or 'we're in!' - literally or figuratively. Like when you crack a difficult level in a game, or when a premium feature becomes free. It's the total opposite of being locked out or restricted. Use it to show something is accessible, achieved, or no longer secured. Pretty straightforward vibe!

Symbolism

  • Freedom and open access
  • Achievement unlocked (gaming style)
  • No more secrets or barriers

Common Usage Scenarios

  • When you finally get past a hard boss fight in a game and the next area opens up
  • Sharing that a paid app/feature is now free for everyone
  • When you solve a tough problem at work or crack a code

Usage Examples in Conversation

OMG I finally unlocked the secret character! 🔓🎮
Guys, the premium features are now free! 🔓💰
We got access to the building! 🔓🏢
My phone is now unlocked, installing custom ROM tonight 🔓📱
The achievement 'Master Chef' is unlocked 🔓👨‍🍳🔥

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Perfect for celebrating breakthroughs or achievements
  • Great when announcing something became free or accessible
  • Use it to show you bypassed restrictions or solved a puzzle

Related Emojis

🔒

Locked

The exact opposite - locked and secure

🔑

Key

Tool that helps you unlock things

🔓

Open

Another open lock symbol

➡️

Arrow

Moving forward after unlocking

🎉

Party

Celebrating your unlock achievement

Check

Task completed, just like unlocking

🔓

Open for business

When you're ready to rock

🚀

Launch

Take off after unlocking potential

💥

Boom

Breaking through barriers

🔓

Free

No longer restricted or paid