Pin emoji
π for pinned, π for location. Copy both here.
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What the pin emoji means
π (pushpin) means pinned: an important post, a saved note, βpin thisβ. π (round pushpin) is the map pin: a location, βweβre hereβ, a meeting point. The two look alike but do different jobs β π for importance, π for place. πΊοΈ is the map and π the paperclip.
Unicode name: pushpin Β· U+1F4CC Β· Emoji 0.6 (original set) Β· group: Objects.
How people use it
- Location: π before a place name
- Pinned posts: π
- Reminders: π in notes
- Meeting points: ππΊοΈ
Compare the options
| Emoji | Name | Use it for | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| pushpinU+1F4CC | Pushpin; pinned, important | Red pin | |
| round pushpinU+1F4CD | Round pushpin; location | Map pin | |
| world mapU+1F5FA U+FE0F | Map | May render plain | |
| paperclipU+1F4CE | See the paper emoji guide |
The push pin as a thumbtack and icon
π is the pushpin, also called a thumbtack. It shows a pin, usually with a red top. In apps, it often marks a saved item, a pinned message or a reminder. The pushpin icon works like the physical object: it signals something kept in place.
The pushpin can read as βpin thisβ rather than a location. The round pushpin π is the one that points to a spot on a map.
Instagram location pin and how to use π
On Instagram, you can tag a place in posts and Stories. In captions, many people write π before the place name, like βπ Lisbon, Portugalβ, to show where a photo was taken. You can also add a location sticker in Stories. A single pin can replace a full address in a quick note, and it is clear without extra words.
- Tag a place in a caption with π before the name
- Use the location sticker on Instagram Stories
- Add π to a meeting point message
Chat examples
Real messages with π, and a reply that fits.
π meet here
π
π dropped a pin
πΊοΈ
π pinned
π
Questions people ask
What is the difference between π and π?
π marks something important or pinned; π marks a location on a map.
Which emoji means location?
π the round pushpin.
What is a thumbtack emoji?
The thumbtack emoji is π, the pushpin. It is used to mark something as important, pinned or saved.
How do I use the Instagram location pin emoji?
Use π before or after a place name to show where you are. On Instagram, you can also use the built-in location sticker.
Is there a push pin icon?
Yes, π is the push pin icon. It is used in chat apps and notes apps to mark pinned messages or saved notes.
What is an emo pin?
An emoji pin usually means the pushpin π, which people use to mark a pinned post, or the round pushpin π, which shows a location. You might see one in a profile bio or a message when someone points to something important.
About this guide
Written and maintained by the Emoji Directory editorial team, without ads or sponsorship. Meanings describe how the emoji is commonly used in public posts and messages, not an official definition. Names, code points, versions, keywords and translations come from the Unicode Emoji 18.0 and CLDR data; shortcodes from the gemoji project. Last reviewed . Spotted a mistake or a new usage? Tell us, or read how the directory is made.
