Free Favicon Generator

What is a Favicon Generator?

A Favicon Generator is a web tool that converts any image into all the required favicon sizes and formats needed for modern websites. Our free favicon generator creates favicons in 6 essential sizes: 16x16px (browser tab), 32x32px (standard browser), 48x48px (Windows site icon), 180x180px (Apple Touch Icon for iOS), 192x192px (Android Chrome home screen), and 512x512px (Android splash screen). Simply upload your logo or brand image, and get all favicon files plus ready-to-use HTML code. Favicons are the small icons that appear in browser tabs, bookmarks, history, address bar, and mobile home screens when users save your site. They reinforce brand identity, improve user experience, and make your site look professional. All favicon generation happens client-side in your browser using Canvas API - your images are never uploaded to servers, ensuring complete privacy and security.

How to Use Our Favicon Generator

Click upload area or drag and drop your image (PNG, JPG, or SVG)
Wait for automatic generation of all 6 favicon sizes (takes 1-2 seconds)
Preview all generated favicons with size information
Click "Download All" to get all favicons at once with 200ms delay between downloads
Or download individual sizes by clicking "Download" on specific favicons
Copy the provided HTML code snippet to clipboard
Upload all favicon files to your website root directory (public folder)
Paste HTML code inside your <head> section before </head> tag
Clear browser cache and reload your site to see the new favicon
Test on different devices (desktop, iOS, Android) to verify all icons work

Key Features & Benefits

All Icon Sizes Generated

6 essential favicon sizes created automatically: Browser icons (16x16, 32x32, 48x48), Apple Touch Icon (180x180), Android icons (192x192, 512x512). Complete coverage for all devices.

Instant Generation

Upload once and get all favicons in 1-2 seconds. No waiting, no processing delays. Uses efficient Canvas API for fast client-side generation.

HTML Code Included

Ready-to-use HTML code snippet provided with correct link tags for all favicon sizes. Copy, paste, and go - no need to write code manually.

Individual or Batch Download

Download all favicons at once with one click, or download specific sizes individually. Flexible for different workflow needs.

Visual Preview

See all generated favicons before downloading. Preview actual rendered size and quality to ensure your icon looks good at all sizes.

Installation Guide

Built-in step-by-step instructions for uploading favicons and implementing HTML code. Perfect for beginners and non-technical users.

Common Use Cases

New Website Launch

Generate favicons when launching a new website or web app. Ensure professional appearance from day one with proper icons for all devices and browsers.

Brand Identity Update

Update favicons when rebranding or refreshing logo. Maintain consistent brand identity across all touchpoints including browser tabs and mobile home screens.

Multi-Site Management

Generate unique favicons for multiple websites, client projects, or subdomain properties. Quickly create distinct icons for each property.

Progressive Web Apps (PWA)

Create all required icon sizes for PWA manifest.json. Ensure proper home screen icons on mobile devices when users install your PWA.

WordPress & CMS Sites

Generate favicons for WordPress, Wix, Squarespace, or custom CMS sites. Upload to theme directory or use plugin integration.

Development & Testing

Create test favicons for development environments, staging sites, or prototypes. Differentiate between production and non-production sites visually.

Why Choose Our Favicon Generator

✓All Sizes at Once: 6 essential favicon sizes generated automatically - no manual resizing needed.
✓Apple & Android Support: Includes Apple Touch Icon (180x180) and Android Chrome icons (192x192, 512x512).
✓HTML Code Provided: Copy-paste ready HTML with correct link tags for all favicons.
✓Instant Generation: Upload once, get all favicons in 1-2 seconds with Canvas API processing.
✓Privacy First: All image processing happens in your browser - images never uploaded to servers.
✓100% Free: Unlimited favicon generation without registration, subscriptions, or usage limits.
✓Visual Preview: See exactly how favicons look at each size before downloading.
✓Batch Download: Download all favicons at once with automatic delay or pick individual sizes.
✓Installation Guide: Step-by-step instructions for upload and HTML implementation included.
✓No Technical Skills: Simple drag-and-drop interface - anyone can create professional favicons.

Frequently Asked Questions

What image size should I upload for best quality favicons?

Upload a square image (1:1 aspect ratio) that is at least 512x512 pixels for best results. Larger is better - you can upload 1024x1024 or even 2048x2048, and our tool will scale down for all sizes. Smaller images get upscaled which reduces quality. Use PNG for logos with transparency or JPG for photos.

What is the difference between favicon.ico and PNG favicons?

ICO is the old format that supports multiple sizes in one file. PNG is modern, better quality, and supported by all browsers since 2010. Our tool generates PNG favicons which are simpler to manage and higher quality. You do not need ICO files for modern websites.

Where should I upload the generated favicon files?

Upload favicons to your website root directory (where index.html is). For most hosts, this is public_html/ or www/. For static sites, place in the public/ or static/ folder. For WordPress, use a plugin or upload to your theme directory. Files should be accessible at yoursite.com/favicon-32x32.png.

Do I need all 6 favicon sizes or can I use just one?

Use all 6 for complete device coverage! 16x16 and 32x32 are for desktop browsers, 180x180 for iOS devices, 192x192 and 512x512 for Android. Different devices request different sizes. Missing sizes means default/broken icons on some devices. Our tool generates all at once - no reason to skip.

My favicon is not showing after upload - what should I do?

Common fixes: 1) Clear browser cache (Ctrl+F5 or Cmd+Shift+R), 2) Check file paths in HTML match actual filenames, 3) Verify favicons uploaded to correct directory (root), 4) Check browser DevTools Network tab for 404 errors, 5) Try different browser or incognito mode to rule out caching.

Can I use a logo with text for my favicon?

You can, but simple is better. Text becomes unreadable at 16x16 pixels. Use a simplified version of your logo (icon only, or single letter) for small sizes. Consider creating a dedicated favicon design rather than shrinking your full logo. Bold, simple shapes with high contrast work best.

Is my uploaded image safe and private?

Yes! All image processing happens entirely in your browser using JavaScript Canvas API. No images are uploaded to servers, stored, or transmitted anywhere. You can verify in browser DevTools Network tab - no uploads occur. Your logos and brand assets remain completely private.

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