Favicon Generator

Generate favicons in multiple formats for all platforms. Upload an image, customize settings, and download a complete favicon package with HTML integration code.

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Maximum file size: 10MB

Configuration
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Add padding around the icon (0-50px)
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How to Use
  1. Upload an image (PNG, JPEG, SVG, or WebP format recommended)
  2. Customize appearance settings (background color, padding, corners)
  3. Select which favicon formats you need for your platforms
  4. Configure app information for PWA manifest
  5. Generate favicons and preview them across different platforms
  6. Download the complete package or individual files
  7. Copy the HTML integration code for your website

Complete Favicon Implementation Guide

Learn how to properly implement favicons across different frameworks and platforms. Our favicon generator creates all the necessary files and provides framework-specific installation instructions to ensure your website icons display correctly on every device and browser.

Framework-Specific Implementation
Choose Your Stack

Select your framework below for detailed implementation instructions and code examples.

Next.js
Recommended

React framework with App Router (recommended) and Pages Router support

Installation Steps

Next.js 15 Favicon Setup
  1. 1
    Place your favicon files in the app/ directory (App Router) or public/ directory
  2. 2
    Next.js 15 automatically detects favicon.ico in app/ or public/
  3. 3
    For additional icon types, configure metadata in layout.tsx

Code Example

App Router Implementation (Next.js 15)
typescript
// app/layout.tsx
import type { Metadata } from 'next'

export const metadata: Metadata = {
	icons: {
		icon: [
			{ url: '/favicon.ico' },
			{ url: '/favicon-16x16.png', sizes: '16x16', type: 'image/png' },
			{ url: '/favicon-32x32.png', sizes: '32x32', type: 'image/png' },
		],
		apple: [
			{ url: '/apple-touch-icon.png', sizes: '180x180', type: 'image/png' },
		],
		other: [
			{ rel: 'mask-icon', url: '/safari-pinned-tab.svg' },
		],
	},
	manifest: '/site.webmanifest',
}

export default function RootLayout({
	children,
}: {
	children: React.ReactNode
}) {
	return (
		<html lang="en">
			<body>{children}</body>
		</html>
	)
}

Important Notes:

  • •Next.js 15 automatically handles favicon.ico if placed in app/ or public/
  • •App Router is the recommended approach for new projects
  • •Metadata API provides type-safe icon configuration

Tips & Best Practices

Tips & Best Practices
  • ✓
    Place favicon.ico in app/ directory for automatic detection
  • ✓
    Use the metadata API for comprehensive icon support
  • ✓
    For Pages Router, use _app.js with next/head component
  • ✓
    Clear browser cache with Ctrl+F5 if favicon doesn't update
  • ✓
    Test on Vercel deployment as local and production may differ

Favicon Best Practices

Use High-Quality Source Images

Start with a square image at least 512x512 pixels for the best results across all favicon sizes.

Optimize for Small Sizes

Ensure your design remains recognizable when scaled down to 16x16 pixels.

Test Across Platforms

Verify your favicons display correctly on different browsers, devices, and operating systems.

Include PWA Manifest

Add a web app manifest for better mobile experience and app-like behavior.

Supported Formats & Sizes

Standard Favicons

  • • 16x16 (Browser tab)
  • • 32x32 (Browser tab)
  • • 48x48 (Desktop shortcut)

Apple Touch Icons

  • • 180x180 (iPhone/iPad)
  • • 152x152 (iPad)
  • • 120x120 (iPhone)

Android Chrome

  • • 192x192 (Home screen)
  • • 512x512 (Splash screen)

Microsoft Tiles

  • • 144x144 (Windows tile)
  • • 270x270 (Large tile)

Why Favicons Matter for SEO

Brand Recognition

Favicons help users identify your site in browser tabs, bookmarks, and search results.

User Trust

Professional favicons increase user confidence and perceived website quality.

Mobile Experience

Proper favicon implementation improves mobile web app experience and PWA functionality.

Frequently Asked Questions

What file formats should I use for favicons?

Use ICO format for maximum browser compatibility, PNG for modern browsers and high-quality display, and SVG for scalable vector graphics. Our generator creates all necessary formats automatically.

Where should I place favicon files in my project?

Place favicon files in your website's root directory (public folder for most frameworks). This ensures they're accessible at the root URL path that browsers expect.

Do I need different sizes for different devices?

Yes, different devices and platforms require different favicon sizes. Our generator creates all standard sizes from 16x16 for browser tabs to 512x512 for Android splash screens.

What is a web app manifest and do I need it?

A web app manifest is a JSON file that defines how your web app appears when installed on mobile devices. It's essential for PWA functionality and improves mobile user experience.

How do I test if my favicons are working correctly?

Check browser tabs, bookmark your site, test on mobile devices, and use browser developer tools to verify all favicon files load without 404 errors. Clear your browser cache if changes don't appear immediately.

Why isn't my favicon updating in the browser?

Browsers heavily cache favicons. Try clearing your browser cache, using incognito/private mode, or adding a version parameter to your favicon URLs (e.g., favicon.ico?v=2) to force updates.