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Favicon Sizes
Select the favicon sizes you want to generate. Different browsers and devices require different sizes.
Format Options
Choose the output formats for your favicon. Different formats serve different purposes.
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Favicon Implementation Guide
HTML Implementation
To implement favicons on your website, add the following code to the <head> section of your HTML:
<!-- Basic Favicon Implementation -->
<link rel="icon" href="favicon.ico" type="image/x-icon">
<link rel="shortcut icon" href="favicon.ico" type="image/x-icon">
<!-- Modern Browsers -->
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="32x32" href="/favicon-32x32.png">
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="16x16" href="/favicon-16x16.png">
<!-- Apple Devices -->
<link rel="apple-touch-icon" sizes="180x180" href="/apple-touch-icon.png">
<!-- Android Chrome -->
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="192x192" href="/android-chrome-192x192.png">
<link rel="icon" type="image/png" sizes="512x512" href="/android-chrome-512x512.png">
<!-- Web App Manifest -->
<link rel="manifest" href="/site.webmanifest">
<!-- Microsoft Tiles -->
<meta name="msapplication-TileColor" content="#da532c">
<meta name="msapplication-TileImage" content="/mstile-144x144.png">
<meta name="theme-color" content="#ffffff">
Favicon Sizes and Their Uses
| Size | Format | Purpose | Browser/Device |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16×16 | ICO, PNG | Browser tab icon | All browsers |
| 32×32 | ICO, PNG | Taskbar shortcut | Windows, macOS |
| 48×48 | ICO | Windows desktop icon | Windows |
| 64×64 | PNG | Safari reading list | macOS Safari |
| 96×96 | PNG | Desktop shortcut | GNOME, KDE |
| 128×128 | PNG | Chrome Web Store | Google Chrome |
| 180×180 | PNG | Apple Touch Icon | iOS, iPadOS |
| 192×192 | PNG | Android Chrome | Android |
| 256×256 | PNG | Retina display | Modern browsers |
| 512×512 | PNG | PWA splash screen | Progressive Web Apps |
Browser Compatibility
Google Chrome
Supports PNG, ICO, SVG
Mozilla Firefox
Supports PNG, ICO, SVG
Apple Safari
Requires PNG for retina
Microsoft Edge
Supports PNG, ICO
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a favicon and why is it important?
A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is a small, 16×16 pixel icon that appears in browser tabs, bookmarks, and history lists. It's important because:
- Brand Recognition: Helps users identify your website quickly
- Professional Appearance: Shows attention to detail
- Improved UX: Makes it easier to find your site among many tabs
- SEO Benefit: Favicons appear in search results on some browsers
- Mobile Experience: Essential for home screen icons on mobile devices
What's the difference between ICO and PNG favicons?
ICO Format:
- Windows-specific format that can contain multiple sizes in one file
- Required for Internet Explorer compatibility
- Larger file size but contains multiple resolutions
- Best for maximum compatibility with older systems
PNG Format:
- Modern, web-standard format with transparency support
- Smaller file size for single images
- Better quality with alpha transparency
- Requires multiple files for different sizes
- Preferred for modern web development
What sizes should I generate for my favicon?
For comprehensive coverage, generate these sizes:
- 16×16: Basic browser tab icon (essential)
- 32×32: Taskbar and bookmark bar (important)
- 48×48: Windows desktop shortcuts
- 180×180: Apple Touch Icon for iOS devices (essential for mobile)
- 192×192: Android Chrome home screen icon
- 512×512: Progressive Web App splash screens
This tool's "Standard Set" includes all essential sizes for modern web compatibility.
How do I test if my favicon is working correctly?
Follow these steps to test your favicon:
- Clear Browser Cache: Press Ctrl+Shift+Delete (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+Delete (Mac)
- Check Different Browsers: Test in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- Test Different Devices: Check on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- Use Developer Tools: Inspect network requests to ensure favicon loads
- Validate HTML: Use W3C validator to check your implementation
- Bookmark Test: Bookmark your page and check the favicon appears
Remember that browsers cache favicons heavily, so changes may not appear immediately without clearing cache.
Favicon Best Practices
Design Guidelines
- Keep It Simple: Favicons are tiny - avoid complex details
- Use High Contrast: Ensure visibility on light and dark backgrounds
- Test at Small Size: Design should be recognizable at 16×16 pixels
- Avoid Text: Most text becomes unreadable at favicon size
- Use Brand Colors: Maintain consistency with your brand identity
- Consider Transparency: PNG transparency works well with modern browsers
Technical Best Practices
- Place in Root Directory: Most browsers look for favicon.ico in the root
- Use Proper Naming: Follow standard naming conventions (favicon.ico, apple-touch-icon.png)
- Include All Sizes: Provide multiple sizes for different devices
- Optimize File Size: Compress PNGs without losing quality
- Set Proper Cache Headers: Favicons should be cached for long periods
- Use Web App Manifest: Essential for Progressive Web Apps
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Missing Favicon: Results in default browser icon, looks unprofessional
- Wrong File Format: Using JPG for favicons (lacks transparency)
- Incorrect Sizing: Upscaling small images creates blurry favicons
- Poor Placement: Not placing favicon.ico in website root
- Ignoring Mobile: Forgetting Apple Touch Icon for iOS devices
- Over-optimization: Over-compressing loses necessary detail
Pro Tip: Favicon Testing Checklist
Before deploying your favicon, test these scenarios:
- Browser tabs in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge
- Bookmarks bar and bookmarks menu
- History list and recent tabs
- iOS home screen (Apple Touch Icon)
- Android Chrome home screen
- Windows taskbar and desktop shortcuts
- Dark mode vs light mode browser themes
- Different zoom levels and screen resolutions
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