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How to Make a Favicon for Your Website

5 min read · Updated October 2026

A favicon is the small icon in the browser tab, in bookmarks and on a phone home screen. A site without one looks unfinished. One picture is enough to make all the sizes.

Try it now: Favicon Generator

Free, no sign up, and the file stays on your device.

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How to make one

  • Open Favicon Generator and add your logo.
  • Press Make favicons.
  • Download the ZIP.
  • Upload the files to the main folder of your website.

What is in the ZIP

  • favicon.ico with 16, 32 and 48 pixel versions.
  • PNG icons at 16, 32 and 48 pixels.
  • apple-touch-icon.png (180 pixels) for iPhone home screens.
  • Android icons at 192 and 512 pixels.
  • A text file with the HTML to add.

Add it to your pages

Copy the HTML lines shown into the head section of your pages. Many website builders have a favicon upload box, so you can use the 512 pixel icon there.

Design tips

  • Use a simple shape that is still clear at 16 pixels.
  • Start with a square picture of at least 512 pixels.
  • High contrast works best on both light and dark tabs.

Frequently asked questions

Does it work with SVG?

Yes. You can add a PNG, JPG, WebP or SVG picture.

Is my file uploaded?

No. The work happens in your browser, so your file stays on your device.

Ready to start?

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