lock

A black padlock symbol representing security and privacy.
Used in 2 servers · 6 downloads · Free for your Discord server

What does the lock emoji mean?

Keep your secrets safe with this sleek and minimal black lock.

This black lock emoji is a staple for Discord servers that prioritize privacy or need a quick way to indicate restricted channels. It serves as a visual shorthand for 'locked,' 'private,' or 'do not disturb,' making it perfect for roleplay servers or administrative announcements.

When to use it

  • Marking a channel as private for staff
  • Indicating a thread is closed to replies
  • Signaling that a conversation is confidential
  • Showing a secret role is now locked

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How to add this emoji

Add to Discord
  1. Click Add to my server above and pick a Discord server you manage (CommunityOne must be installed).
  2. Or download the file: open Discord → Server Settings → Emoji → Upload Emoji.
  3. Give it a name and save. You need Manage Server (or Create Expressions) permission.
Add to Slack
  1. Download the lock image.
  2. Open the Slack emoji picker and click Add Emoji.
  3. Upload the file, name it, and save.
Add to Revolt/Stoat
  1. Download the lock image.
  2. Open Server Settings → Emojis in Revolt or Stoat.
  3. Upload the file and name your new emoji.
Add to Guilded
  1. Download the lock image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.