Smileycentral.com is a large database that allows for the downloading of different smiley faces for use in instant messaging, emails, and blogs. The site requires installation of its software, which is achieved by installing the Active X Control and then by the installing of the add-on itself. The add-on includes all smileys as well as a web search option, cursors, screensavers, and other items. You can also download different emoticons and animations as well. Many of the smileys also use sound, as is demonstrated by the large smiley that you see and hear when you first visit the site. The site is entirely free, as advertised on the front page, and there is no official sign-up required. The installation of the add-on is all you need to do to get access to the site database.

This is a site primarily for people who enjoy the various forms of communication available through the internet. Specifically, it is useful for those who enjoy utilizing smileys, a group which is disproportionately younger. Its audience is also largely female. The site is commonly visited by people looking at community sites, often teen community sites, as well as e-card sites. It is also one of the top 100 most-visited sites on the internet.