Why I Keep Dropping the hehe TikTok Emoji (PNG Inside)

You ever scroll TikTok and spot a weird little grin emoji in the comments — one you know doesn’t exist on your regular keyboard?

Yeah, same. That’s the hehe TikTok emoji. And once I figured out how it works, I kinda got hooked.

It’s sneaky, sarcastic, and weirdly perfect for those “oops I said that” moments. Here’s everything I’ve learned about it, how to use it, and a free PNG download if you like making thumbnails or edits like I do.

So… What’s the [hehe] Emoji?

TikTok has its own secret emoji codes. You type stuff like [hehe], post it, and TikTok automatically turns it into this smug little smiley. No extra app, no keyboard shortcut. Just type it like text.

This one? It’s got that playful “I know what I’m doing” vibe. Sort of like a soft troll — but with manners.

People also use [heh], which gives off similar vibes but feels a little drier. I personally think [hehe] is funnier.

What It Actually Means

If you’ve ever made a joke that wasn’t a full roast, just a soft jab — that’s where [hehe] fits.

It works when:

You’re being a little shady… in a cute way
You drop a hot take but don’t want full smoke
You’re poking fun without being mean

It’s not “lol.” It’s more like “lol… but I meant that.”

How To Use [hehe] on TikTok

It’s super easy.

Type [hehe] into your bio, caption, or comment
Post it
TikTok swaps it for the emoji. Done.

Want a shortcut?
Instead of memorizing emoji codes, just use TikTokEmojis.info. It’s the easiest way to copy any TikTok emoji — just click the one you want, and it copies the shortcode automatically. Paste it into TikTok and you’re good.

I use it all the time when I forget the codes — way faster than Googling.

Grab the PNG (I Use It on My Thumbnails)

I make a lot of covers for my vids, and the regular emojis don’t always hit right. The TikTok-style ones just look better, especially on darker backgrounds.

So I saved the [hehe] emoji as a transparent PNG, and it’s been a game-changer.

👉 [Download the hehe emoji PNG here]

It’s great for:

YouTube thumbnails
Edits and memes
IG stories or reels
Reaction overlays

Basically, anywhere you want to say “I’m joking (but not really)”.

When [hehe] Hits Best

This emoji is kind of a vibe on its own. I usually use it when:

I’m being sarcastic in a reply
I don’t want to sound too serious
I’m reacting to drama… quietly
I’m joking with friends or mutuals

It’s like a smirk in emoji form.

A Couple More Emojis That Give Similar Vibes

[laugh] — good for laughing through the chaos
[facewithrollingeyes] — for when you’re done with everything and everyone

👉 Want the full list? Check out all the TikTok emojis here