No one under eighteen

It is commonly used on social media to indicate that the content being shared is not suitable for minors.

The 🔞 emoji is quite popular and is commonly used on various social media platforms such as Twitter, Instagram, and Snapchat. It is also frequently used in text messages and online forums. It is most commonly used by adults, as they are more likely to encounter and share content that is restricted to those under the age of eighteen.

This emoji is not necessarily rude, but it can be seen as a warning or reminder to not share inappropriate content with minors. It can also be used humorously to indicate that the content being shared is not suitable for younger audiences.

The history of this emoji dates back to 2010 when it was first introduced as part of Unicode 6.0. It was originally created as a symbol to indicate adult content on Japanese mobile phones. However, as the use of emojis became more widespread, it gained a more universal meaning of indicating content not suitable for minors.

In some countries, this emoji is used as a warning sign for age-restricted activities such as buying alcohol or entering adult-only establishments. It is also commonly used in online dating profiles to indicate that the person is over the age of eighteen.

Overall, the 🔞 emoji serves as a useful tool for indicating content that is not appropriate for minors and is widely used on social media and other online platforms.