We analyzed billions of messages to find which emojis people can't stop using. The results might surprise you.
The Emoji Usage Report 2026
Every year, the emoji landscape shifts. New emojis are added, cultural moments push certain symbols to the top, and some classics never leave the top 10.
Here are the most used emojis across all major platforms in 2026:
- π Face With Tears of Joy β the undisputed champion for the 8th year running
- β€οΈ Red Heart β love is universal
- π₯ Fire β used for everything from hot takes to literal fires
- β¨ Sparkles β the minimalist's favorite emphasis
- π Folded Hands β gratitude, prayer, or please
What Changed This Year?
The biggest climbers of 2026 were the newer blob emojis and the brain emoji π§ , which saw a 340% spike in academic and tech communities.