Less hunting, more finding.
A search for a “cross” can mean a religious symbol, a footnote dagger, a multiplication sign, or an X that means no. We keep them in one collection with clear names and filters, so you can choose by shape without losing the distinction between them.
The collection is deliberately selective. More characters do not always make a more useful tool. Each entry has an actual text value, a Unicode code, an HTML representation, and a brief description of its usage.
Names before assumptions.
Character names and codes are based on the Unicode charts. Short display labels may be simplified for readability. Search aliases such as “gothic” or “upside down” help you find a shape; they do not replace its formal identity.
We distinguish encoded characters from images and styling. We do not claim that every character works in every font or username field, and we do not treat all cross-shaped symbols as having the same religious meaning. Context matters.
A tool that gets out of your way.
There is no account to create. Name decorations are composed in your browser. The recent-symbol row is stored only on your device and can be cleared at any time. Fonts are served with the site, rather than requested from a third-party font service.
Read our privacy notice for the details, or go straight to the collection. If a character looks different after pasting, the display guide is a good place to start.
Contact
For questions, suggestions, or corrections, email support@crosssymbol.org. Include the relevant page URL when reporting a character or instruction that needs attention.