bug

A stylized red insect icon centered on a dark rounded square background.
Used in 2 servers · Free for your Discord server

What does the bug emoji mean?

When your code is acting up, this little guy is here to remind you that bugs are just features in disguise.

This stylized bug emoji is a staple in developer communities and gaming servers alike. It is frequently used to jokingly report software glitches, express frustration with broken game mechanics, or simply acknowledge that something is not working as intended.

When to use it

  • Reporting a glitch in the software
  • Complaining about broken game mechanics
  • Highlighting an unexpected error in code
  • Joking about technical issues in chat

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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 bug 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 bug 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 bug image.
  2. Go to Server Settings → Emotes in Guilded.
  3. Upload the file and give it a name.