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Sometimes you need to write prices or currency in British pounds (GBP), but you don’t have the pound symbol on your keyboard. It’s not always easy to find, and copying from Google every time is slow.
That’s why PoundIcon.com is helpful. It’s a simple website where you can copy the pound symbol (£) in one click. Just go to the page, tap the icon, and it’s copied to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere - in messages, documents, emails, or web forms.
You don’t need to install anything. It works on your phone, laptop, or tablet. The site is clean and fast. No ads, no cookies, no extra steps.
You can also see how to type the pound symbol using different devices:
- Mac: Option + 3
- Windows UK: Shift + 3
- Windows US: Alt + 0163
- Linux: Ctrl + Shift + U, then 00A3
- iPhone / Android: Hold the $ key and choose £
The website even shows the pound icon in different fonts. That’s useful if you want to match a design, write a heading, or make something look nice.
You can also copy special codes used in websites:
£for HTML£for HTML\u00A3for CSS or JavaScript
This is great for people who write blogs, create websites, or share prices online.
PoundIcon.com is made to save time. Instead of searching every time or trying to remember shortcuts, just bookmark the site and use it when needed. It takes only seconds.
You can also use the site to learn about the pound symbol. It answers questions like:
- What is the pound icon?
- Is £ the same as GBP?
- How do I write the pound sign on my phone?
- Can I copy and paste £ into Word or Gmail?
- Is there an HTML code for the pound sign?
The site also explains the history of the symbol. It came from the Latin word "libra" which means weight. Over time, the shape changed into the £ symbol we use today.
If you live outside the UK, your keyboard may not have the pound icon. Or maybe you are writing something for British customers. This tool helps you get the symbol quickly without changing your settings.
Students, teachers, shoppers, sellers, writers - everyone can use PoundIcon.com. If you write messages, documents, or create anything with prices in GBP, this is for you.
Even kids learning about money can use it in school work or online homework. It’s a small tool, but very helpful.
It also works great in forms and emails. If your system uses UTF-8 (which most do), the pound sign will show correctly.
There’s also a section with answers for technical questions. For example:
- How do I use £ in CSS? → Use
content: '\\00A3'; - Can I show the pound sign in my app? → Yes, just copy and paste it.
- Will it work in WordPress or Google Docs? → Yes, it works everywhere.
You can also see how the symbol looks in different fonts. This helps if you are sending a file or building something that must look nice. The font preview saves time.
In short, PoundIcon.com gives you one job: copy the pound symbol fast. It does that job well. Simple. Easy. Free.
Use it once, and you’ll want to use it again.