# Unicode Character Map FREE

> Unicode character viewer and copier for iOS devices. (iPhone/iPad app by Ben Robinson (UK).)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicode-character-map-free/id504833829 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Ben Robinson (UK)](https://appshunter.io/developer/326478641)
- Category: Utilities, Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 3.30/5 from 31 App Store ratings · 110 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: American English, Arabic, Catalan, Croatian, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French (France), German (Germany) and 21 more
- Released: 2012-02-29
- Data updated: 2026-07-30
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicode-character-map-free/id504833829/reviews.md

## What is Unicode Character Map FREE?

Select and copy characters from your iPhone and iPad to all your applications!

This app shows you all the characters from the Unicode character set that are supported by iPhone and iPad. It excludes all those that routinely appear as little boxes on these devices.

Simply tap the character to copy it to the clipboard.

This app makes it so easy to send emoticons, stars, hearts, music notes and other symbols in text messages and emails.

Special features:
- see only those characters supported by iPhone and iPad
- easily find characters from other alphabets including Greek, Cyrillic, Gujarati, Arabic, Hebrew and Braille
- search for a particular character using its individual name (eg,  theta, check)
- or browse the name of the block (eg, dingbats, number forms, arrows)
- easy-to-browse and well-presented character list - simply scroll down!
- select one character to copy, or build an infinite string, using the options
- save frequently used characters to the favourites bar

Use the ad-supported version free of charge or buy the ad-free version today!

## Key features

- View supported Unicode characters
- Copy characters to clipboard
- Search by character name or block
- Access characters from multiple alphabets
- Save frequently used characters
- Build custom character strings

## What do users think of Unicode Character Map FREE?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 📚 Comprehensive Unicode character library with all known characters
- 💰 Free app with no ads or paywalls required
- ⚡ Fast and responsive when functioning properly
- 🎨 Useful for customizing social media bios and creative text
- 🌍 Supports multiple languages and writing systems
- 📋 Simple one-tap copy functionality
- 🔍 Searchable character database with code point numbers

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent freezing and crashing issues
- ⚠️ Incompatible with newer iOS versions
- 🚫 App abandoned by developer with no updates
- ⏱️ Character popup information disappears too quickly to read
- 🔧 Poor search functionality and navigation
- 📱 Performance issues on iPad
- 🎯 Disorganized interface and unclear categorization
- 🖼️ Ugly app icon with red banner
- ❌ Missing some common mathematical symbols (Pi, subscript letters)
- 🔗 Regional payment issues preventing purchase of ad-free version

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App crashes or freezes every 3-5 seconds
- Freezes when scrolling through characters
- Character popup disappears before readable
- Crashes on startup with iOS 5, 7, and newer versions
- Incompatible with iOS 14.8, 15.1 and later
- Search function lags and is unresponsive
- App redirects to web browser and App Store every 20 seconds
- Constant lagging and performance degradation
- Character names truncated with ellipses
- iPad scrolling causes freezing at certain points
- App won't open or load properly

**Most requested features**

- Update to latest iOS versions (iOS 7, 14, 15+)
- Keyboard integration similar to emoji keyboards
- Ability to copy multiple characters at once
- Slower or persistent character information display
- Better search and alphabetical organization
- Add missing mathematical symbols (Pi, subscripts 1-3)
- Include Apple logo character
- Add Cherokee letters N and X
- Include deathly hallows and Harry Potter symbols
- More complete font types (Times New Roman, creative fonts)
- Text expansion settings integration
- Improved iPad compatibility

## Recent user reviews (10 of 110)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/unicode-character-map-free/id504833829/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Bruh

*2024-03-07, version 2*

Seems that its not functioning.

### 5/5 — IPadOS

*2022-12-19, version 2*

Update to an IPadOS please

### 1/5 — Used to be great!

*2022-05-20, version 2*

No longer functional in iOS. Developer seems to have abandoned it.

### 3/5 — Please update

*2021-12-22, version 2*

This app no longer runs on latest iOS (15.1) and urgently needs updating.

Otherwise WAS an excellent app.

### 1/5 — Great, but..

*2021-11-01, version 2*

Brilliant app, I’ve used it for years but it hasn’t been updated for ages and is no longer compatible with my version of iOS (iOS 14.8). I’m sad about it because the app no longer works at all. Won’t even open.

### 4/5 — Good but needs to be updated to IOS 15

*2021-10-17, version 2*

Please update to IOS 15 I love the app but recently my phone updated and your app is no longer functional on my phone🥺

### 1/5 — UPDATE!!

*2021-06-10, version 2*

Please update, I cannot use this app, and I use it quite frequently.

### 1/5 — Needs update

*2021-05-15, version 2*

Useless until updated to works with latest ios.

### 5/5 — A 5 ⭐ sendoff before Apple castration

*2021-05-14, version 2*

iOS 14.4.2 says "This app won't work in future versions of iOS". Beware 14.5

### 5/5 — Please update I beg of you

*2021-04-15, version 2*

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## Frequently asked questions about Unicode Character Map FREE

### What does the Unicode Character Map FREE app do?

This app allows you to view and copy characters from the Unicode character set that are supported by your iPhone and iPad. It helps you easily find and use emoticons, stars, music notes, and symbols from various alphabets in your messages and emails.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include viewing only supported characters, searching for characters by name or block, browsing characters from different alphabets like Greek and Arabic, copying single characters or building strings, and saving frequently used characters to a favorites bar.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, there is an ad-supported version of the app that is free to use. You also have the option to purchase an ad-free version.

### What devices is this app compatible with?

The app is designed for iPhone and iPad devices. It displays characters supported by these Apple mobile operating systems.

### How can I use this app to send special characters?

You can easily find the character you need by browsing or searching within the app. Once found, simply tap the character to copy it to your clipboard, and then paste it into any text field in your messages, emails, or other applications.

## Version history (last 3 releases)

### 2 — 2014-07-08

NEW 
• More characters - now supporting 11,530 characters, manually curated from Unicode 6.3 against iOS 7.1 
• Block are now sortable - i.e. move pictographs to the top 
• New Blocks List shows preview characters and code ranges 
• Now search using names from earlier unicode versions 
• iCloud settings - favourites and block order are saved across all your devices. 

BETTER 
• Full iOS 7 and Retina support, including new icon, popups and full interface overhaul 
• Better data curation and management - This means more reliable and quicker updates for everyone! 

BUG FIXES 
• Improved button user interface

### 1.1 — 2012-09-07

NEW
• Search by Hex and Decimal Codes
• Hex and Decimal Codes now displayed
• iPad 3 Retina Support

BETTER
• Bigger Floating Window
• Character Name on 2 Lines

BUG FIXES
• Some missing characters at the end of each group now visible.

### 1.0 — 2012-02-29

No release notes.

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