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Favicon Generator

Create professional favicons for your website from emojis, text, or images. Generate all standard sizes instantly.

Tools/Favicon Generator

Select Generation Mode

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Emoji to Icon

Choose from popular emojis

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Image to Icon

Upload your own image

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Text to Icon

Generate from text

Choose Emoji

Preview:

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Generate Favicons

Favicon Info

📏 Generated Sizes

favicon.ico32x32px
favicon-16x16.png16x16px
favicon-32x32.png32x32px
apple-touch-icon.png180x180px
android-chrome-192x192.png192x192px
android-chrome-512x512.png512x512px

💡 Tips

  • Keep designs simple for small sizes
  • High contrast works best
  • Test on different backgrounds
  • Emojis work great for quick favicons
  • Use square images for best results

✨ Features

  • Multiple generation modes
  • All standard favicon sizes
  • Google Fonts integration
  • Customizable settings
  • Installation instructions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a favicon and why do I need one?

A favicon (short for "favorite icon") is a small icon that represents your website and appears in browser tabs, bookmarks, and browser history. It helps users quickly identify your site among multiple tabs and creates a more professional appearance.

Having a favicon is essential for branding and user experience. It makes your website look complete and helps with brand recognition when users bookmark your site or see it in their browser tabs.

What file formats and sizes do I need for a complete favicon setup?

A complete favicon setup should include multiple sizes and formats to ensure compatibility across all browsers and devices:

• favicon.ico (32×32px) - Traditional format for older browsers
• favicon-16x16.png (16×16px) - Small size for browser tabs
• favicon-32x32.png (32×32px) - Standard desktop size
• apple-touch-icon.png (180×180px) - iOS home screen icon
• android-chrome-192x192.png (192×192px) - Android chrome icon
• android-chrome-512x512.png (512×512px) - High-resolution Android icon

Our tool automatically generates all these sizes and formats from your source image, emoji, or text design.

How do I choose between emoji, image, or text mode for creating my favicon?

Each mode serves different purposes:

• Emoji Mode - Perfect for quick, fun favicons. Great for personal projects, blogs, or when you want something simple and recognizable. Works especially well for creative or informal websites.

• Image Mode - Best when you have an existing logo, icon, or graphic you want to use. Ideal for businesses and brands that already have visual identity elements.

• Text Mode - Great for creating letter-based favicons using initials or abbreviations. Perfect for personal brands, company names, or when you want a clean, professional look.

What makes a good favicon design?

Good favicon design principles include:

• Simplicity - Keep the design simple and recognizable at small sizes (16×16px)
• High Contrast - Use strong contrast between elements so it's visible on different backgrounds
• Scalability - Ensure your design looks good at all sizes from 16×16px to 512×512px
• Brand Consistency - Match your favicon to your brand colors and style
• Avoid Text - Unless creating a letter-based favicon, avoid small text as it becomes unreadable

Remember that favicons are viewed at very small sizes, so details that work in larger graphics may not be visible in a favicon.

How do I install the generated favicons on my website?

Installation is a three-step process:

1. Download Files - Use our tool to download all favicon files and the site.webmanifest file

2. Upload to Root Directory - Place all downloaded files in your website's root directory (same folder as index.html)

3. Add HTML Tags - Copy the provided HTML code and paste it into the <head> section of your HTML documents

The HTML code includes all necessary link tags for different browsers and devices. Once installed, your favicon should appear in browser tabs, bookmarks, and when users save your site to their home screen.

Can I use copyrighted images or emojis for my favicon?

For images: Only use images you own, have permission to use, or are available under appropriate licenses (like Creative Commons). Avoid using copyrighted logos, graphics, or photos without permission.

For emojis: Standard Unicode emojis are generally safe to use as they're part of open standards. However, specific emoji designs (like Apple's or Google's emoji artwork) may have their own copyrights. Our tool uses your browser's default emoji rendering, which is typically safe for web use.

When in doubt, create original designs using our text mode or use royalty-free images. For commercial websites, it's always best to use original graphics or properly licensed content.

Why do I need a site.webmanifest file?

The site.webmanifest file is a JSON file that tells browsers how to display your website when users add it to their home screen on mobile devices. It's part of Progressive Web App (PWA) standards.

The manifest file includes:

• Your app's name and short name
• Icon definitions for different sizes
• Theme and background colors
• Display preferences (standalone, fullscreen, etc.)

Even if you're not building a full PWA, having a manifest file ensures your site looks professional when users bookmark it on mobile devices and provides better integration with modern browsers.

How can I test if my favicon is working correctly?

After installing your favicon, test it by:

• Browser Tab - Open your website and check if the favicon appears in the browser tab
• Bookmarks - Bookmark your page and verify the icon appears in your bookmarks bar
• Mobile Testing - Test on mobile devices by adding your site to the home screen
• Different Browsers - Test in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge to ensure compatibility

If the favicon doesn't appear immediately, try clearing your browser cache or opening the site in an incognito/private window. Sometimes browsers cache favicons aggressively.

You can also use online favicon checkers or browser developer tools to verify all favicon files are loading correctly.