Infinity Symbol Copy and Paste (∞ and ♾️)
Infinity (text)
Unicode U+221E · HTML ∞ · Alt code Alt+236 · Mac Option+5
Tap any symbol to copy it. Each tap also adds it to the box above, so you can copy several together.
Codes for every symbol on this page (Unicode, HTML, emoji version)
| Symbol | Name | Unicode | HTML | Emoji version | Windows Alt code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ∞ | Infinity (text) | U+221E | ∞ | - | Alt+236 |
| ♾ | Infinity (plain emoji form) | U+267E | ♾ | 11.0 | - |
| ♾️ | Infinity emoji | U+267E U+FE0F | ♾️ | 11.0 | - |
| ⧞ | Negated infinity | U+29DE | ⧞ | - | - |
| ꝏ | Latin oo (look-alike) | U+A74F | ꝏ | - | - |
The infinity symbol ∞ looks like the number 8 lying on its side, and it stands for something without any end. In maths it means "bigger than any number you can name", and in everyday life people use it as a forever symbol for love, friendship and faith.
Tap the copy box above to get the plain text ∞, or pick the ♾️ emoji from the grid. Need a picture for a card or video? Use the Download PNG button for a transparent infinity symbol png.
Meaning of Infinity Symbol in Maths
In mathematics, infinity is an idea, not an ordinary number. You cannot reach it by counting, and you cannot add 1 to it and get something bigger. Here is how the symbol of infinity is used in school and college maths:
| Use | Example | Read as |
|---|---|---|
| Limits | lim (1/x) = 0 as x → ∞ | as x grows without end, 1/x gets close to 0 |
| Intervals | x ∈ [0, ∞) | x is 0 or any positive number |
| Infinite series | 1/2 + 1/4 + 1/8 + ... = 1 | the sum of infinitely many terms is 1 |
| Sets | the natural numbers are infinite | they never run out |
| Negative side | (−∞, 5) | every number less than 5 |
Two points students often get wrong:
- 1/0 is not ∞. Division by zero is undefined.
- ∞ − ∞ and ∞/∞ are not 0 or 1. They are called indeterminate forms, and you must solve the limit to find the answer.
Also note: an infinity bracket is always round, like [0, ∞), never square, because infinity is never actually reached. For other maths signs see the full math symbols list.
Love Infinity Symbol and Forever Meanings
Outside maths, ∞ has become a popular sign of things that should never end. The common meanings are:
- Eternal love: couples use a love infinity symbol, often joined with a heart, to mean "love forever". A heart infinity symbol in text can be as simple as ∞❤ or ❤∞.
- Friendship: best friends write "friends ∞" or "BFF ∞".
- Family and memory: people use it to remember someone they miss.
- Infinity symbol spiritual meaning: many people see the endless loop as a sign of the soul, of balance between two sides, or of life without beginning or end. These are personal and cultural beliefs, and they vary from person to person.
Some modern artists also combine a trishul or Om with a loop, and a Shiv Shakti symbol with infinity is a design you may see on pendants and wall art, meant to show the union of the two as endless. See our Om symbol and trishul symbol pages for their traditional meanings, and love symbols for more heart signs.
Infinity Symbol in Jewellery: Ring, Bracelet, Chain
Because it means forever, ∞ is a favourite shape for jewellery. You will often see an infinity symbol ring for engagements and anniversaries, infinity bracelets and chains as friendship gifts, pendants and lockets, and modern mangalsutra designs with an infinity loop in the centre.
Another well-known design is the rose anchor infinity symbol. Each part is usually given a meaning: the rose for love, the anchor for staying strong and steady, and the loop for forever. When you write a message for such a gift, you can paste the text symbol, for example "Always yours ∞".
How to Type Infinity Symbol on Keyboard
| Device or app | How to type ∞ |
|---|---|
| Windows (number pad) | Hold Alt, type 236, release |
| Microsoft Word | 221E then Alt+X |
| Mac | Option+5 |
| Google Docs | Insert > Special characters, search "infinity" |
| Word equations | Insert > Equation, type \infty then Space |
| HTML | ∞ |
| LaTeX | \infty |
For the infinity symbol in keyboard shortcuts on Windows, the Alt code needs Num Lock on and the number pad, not the top number row. On laptops with no number pad, use the Word method, press Windows+. to open the symbol panel, or copy ∞ from this page.
How to Type Infinity Symbol on Phone
- Emoji way (Android and iPhone): open the emoji keyboard, tap the search box and type "infinity". You get ♾️, the infinity symbol emoji.
- Text way: the plain ∞ is not on the symbol pages of most phone keyboards, so the simplest method is to copy it from this page.
- Save a shortcut: on iPhone go to Settings > General > Keyboard > Text Replacement, paste ∞ as the phrase and set a shortcut like "inf1". On many Android keyboards you can add a similar shortcut in the personal dictionary.
So if you have wondered how to type infinity symbol on phone keyboards, the answer is: use the emoji search for ♾️ or set up a text shortcut for ∞.
Infinity Symbol Text vs ♾️ Emoji vs Look-alikes
| Character | What it is | When to use |
|---|---|---|
| ∞ | Infinity (U+221E), plain text | maths, bios, names, any app; it takes the font's colour |
| ♾️ | Infinity emoji (U+267E with emoji style) | chats and social posts, shows as a coloured picture |
| ♾ | Same character without emoji style | may show as text or emoji depending on the phone |
| ⧞ | Infinity with a vertical bar | rare maths sign, not for decoration |
| ꝏ | Latin small letter oo | a letter used in some old writing; not infinity |
The ♾️ emoji was first a symbol for "permanent paper" (paper that lasts a long time), which is why its official Unicode name is Permanent Paper Sign. Today it is used as the forever symbol emoji.
Where the Infinity Symbol Came From
The English mathematician John Wallis introduced ∞ as a maths symbol in 1655. Why he chose this shape is not known for certain. The curve itself is called a lemniscate, from a Latin word for a ribbon, because it looks like a ribbon tied in a loop.
For more signs from maths class, see the square root symbol, plus-minus symbol and degree symbol pages.
Infinity Symbol Ideas for Bio and Names
Short and clean works best. A few ideas you can copy:
- ∞ love ∞
- Riya ∞ Arjun
- Mom ❤ ∞
- Friends forever ∞
- Dream big ∞ never stop
- ♾️ Grateful
Plain ∞ works in usernames on more apps than the emoji. Want more decorative signs? Browse aesthetic symbols and heart symbols.
Frequently asked questions
What does the infinity symbol mean?
In maths it means a quantity that has no end or limit. In daily life it is used to mean forever, as in eternal love, lasting friendship or a bond that never breaks.
What is the infinite symbol called?
It is called the infinity sign or lemniscate. The emoji version ♾️ has the Unicode name Permanent Paper Sign.
What is the Alt code for the infinity symbol?
Alt+236 on the number pad, with Num Lock on. On Mac press Option+5, and in Word type 221E then Alt+X.
Is infinity a number?
No. In school maths infinity is a concept that describes something without bound. That is why you cannot do normal arithmetic with it, and expressions like ∞ − ∞ have no fixed value.
How do I get a black or big infinity symbol?
The text symbol ∞ takes whatever colour and size your app uses, so make the font bigger or bold. For an image, use the Download PNG button on this page, which gives a transparent background you can place on black or any colour.