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Updated 2026-02-14

Favicon Generator

Upload an image and generate a complete favicon set including 16x16, 32x32, and 48x48 sizes.

Tool Area

Instant client-side processing

Favicon Generator

Professional branding asset engine

Source Image

Click to upload brand logo

Square PNG/JPG recommended

Standard Sizes

Small (16x16)

PNG Format

Standard (32x32)

PNG Format

Large (48x48)

PNG Format

Web Tabs

The 16x16 and 32x32 sizes are standard for browser tabs and favorites bars. Ensure your icon is recognizable at these tiny scales.

Implementation

Add these to your <head> tag using link rel="icon" for broader compatibility across all operating systems and browsers.

PWA Ready

We focus on established standard sizes. For Android and iOS home screen icons, larger 192x192 and 512x512 sizes are recommended.

## Create the Perfect Browser Icon A favicon (favorite icon) is the small logo you see in browser tabs. It helps users identify your site instantly. The **Favicon Generator** takes any image and creates strictly formatted icons for Chrome, Safari, Firefox, and legacy browsers. ### Why do I need a generator? You can't just resize an image to 16x16 pixels. Modern browsers expect specific formats: - **16x16**: Standard favicon for browser tabs. - **32x32**: High-DPI (Retina) screens. - **48x48**: Windows desktop shortcuts. - **.ICO**: Legacy format required by Internet Explorer. ### How to use 1. Upload your logo (at least 512x512 pixels recommended). 2. Preview how it looks in a mock browser tab. 3. **Download Bundle**: You'll get a zip file with all necessary sizes and the `.ico` file. 4. **Copy HTML**: Paste the provided code into your website's `` section. ### Best Practices - **Simplicity**: At 16 pixels, detailed text is unreadable. Use a simple symbol or the first letter of your brand. - **Transparency**: Use a PNG with a transparent background so it looks good on both Dark and Light browser themes.

Common Questions

QWhat file format should I upload?

A high-quality PNG or JPG is best. It should be square (1:1 aspect ratio) and at least 512x512 pixels for the sharpest results.

QWhy do I need an .ico file?

While modern browsers support PNG favicons, some older tools and Internet Explorer still strictly require `favicon.ico`. Including it ensures 100% compatibility.

QDoes this generate Apple Touch Icons?

Currently, we generate standard desktop favicons. We are adding Apple Touch Icon (180x180) support in the next update.

QIs it transparent?

Yes, if your source image has transparency (like a logo without a background), the generated icons will also be transparent.