Favicon Generator
Create a favicon from any image or text/emoji in seconds. Download at multiple sizes — free, private, no uploads, no sign-up.
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PNG, JPG, SVG, WebP — square images work best
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Modern browsers accept PNG favicons. Use the 64px version for best quality.
How to add a favicon to your website
Once you've downloaded your favicon PNG, upload it to the root of your website (or any accessible path) and add the HTML snippet in your page's <head>. Modern browsers — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge — all support PNG favicons natively. For legacy IE11 support, you'd need an ICO file, but in practice this is rarely needed in 2026.
For best results: use a simple, bold icon that reads clearly at small sizes. Detailed logos often become unrecognizable at 16×16. An emoji or a single letter works better than a complex illustration.
Frequently asked questions
What is a favicon and where does it appear?
A favicon appears in the browser tab, bookmarks, history, and sometimes next to your site name in Google Search results. It's typically 16×16 or 32×32 pixels.
Which favicon format should I use in 2026?
PNG is the best choice for modern browsers. Include a 32×32 PNG with <link rel="icon" type="image/png" href="favicon.png">. Add a 180×180 PNG with rel="apple-touch-icon" for iOS home screen icons.
My favicon isn't updating in the browser — why?
Browsers aggressively cache favicons. Try opening a new incognito/private window, or append ?v=2 to the favicon URL in your HTML to force a refresh.